Let’s get down to business, Charleston – the 2020 election is just around the corner. Well, okay, it’s not until Tuesday, November 3, but the last day to register to vote is Mon., Oct. 5.
To register by mail, the form must be postmarked by Mon., Oct. 5.
The last day to register to vote online in South Carolina is Sun., Oct. 4. South Carolina does not offer registration on Election Day.
The last day to register to vote in-person in South Carolina is Fri., Oct. 2.
We know, registering to vote (or just checking to make sure you’re registered) sounds like one more thing to add to your never-ending to-do list, but it is easy. 🗳️
How to register online:
- Make sure you have a South Carolina driver’s license or a DMV ID card. The address on record at the DMV has to match the address where you’re registering to vote, which can be updated online.
- Click this link. It will only take about two minutes to register.
Where to vote + what to bring:
- Once you’re registered, click this link to find out where to vote.
- On Election Day, bring one of the following with you, if you vote in person: SC driver’s license or SC DMV ID Card (includes standard license + REAL ID), SC Concealed Weapons Permit, US military ID (Includes all Department of Defense Photo IDs + Veterans Affairs Benefits Card), SC voter registration card with photo, or US passport (Includes US Passport ID Card).
How to volunteer:
- Sign up for the nonpartisan Election Protection coalition
- Sign up to volunteer with HeadCount, a non-partisan voter registration organization, and help get people registered.
- Find more local opportunities here.
...and if you’re unsure who to vote for, or how to vote, stay tuned for our upcoming election guide to see which candidates your views align with.
Quiz