Voter Information

Voter Registration in Rhode Island

Who Can Register:

• U.S. citizen
• Rhode Island resident
• 18 years old by Election Day (you can pre-register at 16)

How to Register:

• Online at vote.sos.ri.gov
• In person at your local Board of Canvassers
• By mail (download form from Secretary of State)
• At any League voter registration drive!

Registration Deadlines:

• 30 days before Election Day to vote in person
• 21 days before Election Day to vote by mail

2026 Election Dates

How to Vote in Rhode Island

Vote in Person on Election Day

Polls are open 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM. Find your polling place at Vote411.org

What to bring: No ID required for most voters. First-time voters who registered by mail may need to show ID.

Vote Early (In-Person)

Rhode Island offers early voting for 20 days before Election Day at your local Board of Canvassers office.

Vote by Mail

Who can vote by mail:

• Any registered voter (no excuse needed)
• Request by mail, online, or in person
• Deadline: 21 days before Election Day

Request Mail Ballot

Newport County Polling Places & Boards of Canvassers

First-Time Voter?

Welcome to democracy! Here's what you need to know:

1. Register to vote at least 30 days before Election Day
2. Research the candidates using Vote411.org or attend our candidate forums
3. Know your polling place or request a mail ballot
4. Vote! Polls open 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Election Day

Helpful Resources

• RI Secretary of State - Elections
• Vote411.org - Voter Guide
• Voter Registration Information
• Vote by Mail Information