How do I vote in Kansas? Your guide to polling sites, mail-in deadlines, more

With Election Day coming up on Nov. 5, here's your guide for all things related to casting your vote in Kansas. To see guides for other states, click here.

Do I need to register to vote?

Yes, you’ll need to register to vote in Kansas. You can check your registration status here. 

How do I do that?

You can register online or by filling out and mailing in a paper form that can be printed from the Kansas Secretary of State’s website. You can also register in-person at your county clerk’s office. 

What's the deadline?

The deadline to register or to postmark your paper registration form is Oct. 15. 

Where do I find out where my polling site is?

You can look up your polling location on the Secretary of State’s website here. 

Can I vote by mail?

Yes, you can vote by mail. The deadline to apply for a mail-in advance ballot is October 29. 

What's the latest date I can turn in my ballot?

Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and received by the end of the third business day after Election Day. 

Is there a way I can track my ballot?

Yes, you can check on the status of your ballot on Kansas’ VoterView portal. 

What if I need help getting to the polling site?

If you’re unable to get to your polling location on your own, you can take advantage of mail-in advance voting.  

Where do I find election results?

Paste BN will have presidential, congressional and statewide race results updating live here. 

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