Kentucky

Am I eligible to vote in Kentucky?

To vote in Kentucky elections, you must be:

  • a citizen of the United States

  • a Kentucky resident for at least 28 days

  • a least 18 years old on Election Day

When is the Kentucky voter registration deadline?

Your application must be postmarked, completed online, or received by an official voter registration agency at least 29 days prior to Election Day.

How do I request an absentee ballot in Kentucky?

Absentee ballots are only issued to Kentucky voters who:

  • Are overseas in the military

  • Are attending college outside the state

  • Are living in another state but are registered to vote in Kentucky

  • Are incarcerated but not convicted of a crime

  • Are working the duration of Election Day

You can ask for an absentee ballot at your county clerk's office. Absentee ballot requests are due seven days before Election Day.

What special accommodations are available?

Kentucky lags behind many states when it comes to offering special accommodations for voters. Still. many of Kentucky's polling places accommodate disabled voters. These accommodations include magnifying lenses, touchscreens, and curbside voting.

You can also get help voting from a friend or neighbor, or from poll workers of both major parties. The person helping you can't be associated with your employer or your trade union.

  • May 17, 2022 - Primary Election
    November 8, 2022 - General Election

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