Voter Registration

When And How Can I Vote?

 

Your Choices Are To:

 

1. Vote by Mail
2. Vote at the polls on Election Day
3. Vote Early - either by mail or visiting the Election Offices on or before Election Day

How to Vote By Mail

 

Any registered voter may vote a Vote By Mail ballot.

You may apply for a Vote By Mail ballot by:

1. Completing the online application
2. Completing and returning the printed application form
3. Completing the application on the back cover of your Sample Ballot Pamphlet
4. Sending a written request for an absentee ballot which must include the following:
   
   
• Your full name
• Your residence address in San Mateo County
• Mailing address where you want your ballot sent (if different from your residence address)
• Name & date of election you want to receive a ballot for
• Your signature

 

Please mail your request to:


• Registration & Elections Division
• 40 Tower Road
• San Mateo , CA 94402
• Attention: Absentee Unit
  
  
• You may also fax your request to:
  
  
• (650) 312-5348

The Elections Office must receive all applications no later than seven days before election day. Postmarks do not count.