The November General Election starts now!
Fairfax County voters: In-person early voting starts this Friday, Sept. 19, for the Nov. 4 General Election that includes contests for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and seats in the House of Delegates.
Three locations — Fairfax County Government Center and Mount Vernon and North County governmental centers — open on Friday, expanding to 13 additional locations on Thursday, Oct. 23, and continuing through Saturday, Nov. 1.
All Fairfax County active registered voters should receive a canary yellow sample ballot brochure this week. It shows your precinct, where to vote on Election Day, voting options and a sample ballot.
Early Voting Locations and Hours
Important: On Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 4, you may vote only at your assigned precinct.
Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax (Conference Rooms 2/3)
- Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturdays (Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 1): 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 26: 1 to 5 p.m.
- Open Monday, Oct. 13 (Columbus Day): 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mount Vernon Governmental Center, 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria. and North County Governmental Center, 1801 Cameron Glen Drive, Reston
- Monday through Friday: 1 to 7 p.m.
- Saturdays (Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 1): 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 26: 1 to 5 p.m.
- Open Monday, Oct. 13 (Columbus Day): 1 to 7 p.m.
Curbside Voting
Curbside voting is available for voters with a disability or who are 65 or older. When you arrive, look for the “Curbside Voting” sign near the accessible parking area and call the phone number on the sign to contact an election officer.
What Identification Do I Need?
You will be asked to show identification when you vote. Acceptable ID includes:
- A photo ID such as a Virginia driver’s license (even if expired), a government-issued ID or a Virginia college ID.
- A current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or a government document that includes your name and current address.
Alternatively, you may complete and sign an ID Confirmation Statement.
Vote By Mail
You can apply for a vote-by-mail ballot either online or on paper. For the online application, you’ll need your Social Security number and a Virginia driver’s license or DMV-issued ID.
Alternatively, you can download, print and complete the form (including your handwritten signature), pick up a preprinted application at Fairfax County governmental centers or library branches, or stop by the Office of Elections at the Government Center.
Submit your completed application by:
- Mail: P.O. Box 10161, Fairfax, VA 22038
- Fax: 703-324-3725
- In person: 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 323, Fairfax
Absentee ballot applications must be received by the Office of Elections no later than Friday, Oct. 24, at 5 p.m. Ballots are sent within three business days after your application is approved. Delivery times vary depending on the U.S. Postal Service.
Still Need to Register or Check Your Registration?
As of Sept. 1, there are 749,220 registered voters in Fairfax County. Not registered yet? Use the Virginia Department of Elections citizen portal to register, update your address, apply to vote by mail, join the permanent absentee list, find your polling place or check your voting history.
The deadline is Friday, Oct. 24, to register to vote or update your name or address to cast a ballot on Election Day. If you miss the deadline, you can complete same-day registration at any early voting location between Oct. 25 and Nov. 1. In this case, you will cast a provisional ballot that is counted the week after the election. You can also register on Election Day at your polling place and vote provisionally.
For everything you need to know about the upcoming election in Fairfax County, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/elections.
Questions?
Email earlyvoting@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-222-0776 (TTY 711), 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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