Voter Registration

In Nebraska, registration is required to be eligible to vote, the only exception is during Presidential elections. If you have recently moved to Nebraska or moved to another state after the registration deadline, then you may only vote a Presidential ballot.

• Voter Forms
• Online Voter Registration
• Voting Registration Guide by State | BestColleges

How Can I Register to Vote?
You can register at the Election Commission during normal business hours, online, or at the DMV.

Registration Deadline?
Mail-in registration must be postmarked on or before the third Friday before an election. You may register in person at the Election Commission by the second Friday prior to an election.

Residence Determination?
Residence shall mean (1) that place in which a person is actually domiciled, which is the residence of an individual or family, with which a person has a settled connection for the determination of his or her civil status or other legal purposes because it is actually or legally his or her permanent and principal home, and to which, whenever he or she is absent, has the intention of returning, (2) the place where a person has his or her family domiciled even if he or she does business in another place, and (3) if a person is homeless, the county in which the person is living. No person serving in the armed forces of the United States shall be deemed to have a residence in Nebraska because of being stationed in Nebraska. Those serving in the military or attending college in another area other than the County do not need to change their registration. However, any permanent change in your residence or address will require you to re-register to vote in that location.

Can a Student Register and Vote from a School Address?
Yes, you can decide to register and vote from either your school or home address. If you want to vote from your home address, write your county election commissioner or clerk and ask them to mail a voter registration form and an absentee ballot.

Do I Ever Need to Re-Register?
You must re-register whenever you change your name, address or political party.

Will I Receive Notice Regarding My Voter Registration?
Yes. If you do not receive a voter registration confirmation card within three weeks, please contact the Election Office.