Why Should Delaware Care?
Voter participation directly impacts the future of Delaware’s policy, leaders and communities. With the 2024 general election approaching, which will include the presidential race, it is essential for all eligible voters to have a say in the state and nation’s leadership and policies.
As Delaware’s general election approaches, new voters have until Saturday, Oct. 12, to register themselves to ensure they’re eligible to participate in this upcoming election.
Any registered voter may vote in the general election regardless of their political party affiliation.
As of Oct. 1, there are 786,577 registered voters in the state, with 353,212 registered as Democrats and 206,770 registered as Republicans.
The general election is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5, with early voting available between Friday, Oct. 25, and Sunday, Nov. 3.
Learn more about how to register to vote for the general election, including where you can register and how to navigate any questions you may have below.
Who can register to vote?
To be eligible to register for the upcoming general election, you must be:
A United States citizen
A resident of the state of Delaware
At least 18 years of age by or on Election Day
You cannot register to vote if:
You have been deemed mentally incompetent by the court
You were convicted of a felony and have not completed your sentence
You were convicted of a disqualifying felony – unless you have been pardoned
If you do not have a permanent residence, you can still register. If you choose to do so in person, you must provide two forms of ID, with one showing the address listed on your application. You can use a shelter, agency or any other location where you receive mail.
How do I register to vote?
Online with the state’s voter portal.
In person at any of the three Department of Elections office locations throughout the state.
By mail, after downloading, printing and completing the voter registration form.
You can also call the Department of Elections to have an application mailed to you, which you can then complete and return.
You can also register at select government offices such as DMV offices, state services centers and Social Security offices, but it is important to verify that your nearest office offers such services.
Voters choose their party affiliation when they register, but if you decide to not pick one, you will be registered as “no party.”
When can I register to vote?
The deadline to register is 11:59 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12.
What do I need to register?
You must provide a government document that shows your name and address, such as the following:
Delaware Driver’s License
State ID card
Utility bill
Bank Statement
Paycheck
Government check
How do I update my voter registration?
Voters can update their information, like their address or party affiliation, before the general election by going online or going to a select government offices, just as you would to register. Voters can also update their info at their polling location on Election Day.
I need help. Who do I talk to?
If you need assistance or need to speak with an elections official, contact the Delaware Department of Elections: https://elections.delaware.gov/locations.shtml
I noticed an issue when trying to register. What should I do?
Notify Spotlight Delaware at tips@spotlightdelaware.org with as much detail regarding the issue as you can, including where, when and what you observed.
Please include contact info, even if you wish to remain anonymous in our reporting, so that we can follow up and learn more about the situation.
We are monitoring any problems that occur during the 2024 election season and will investigate issues noticed by voters.
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