Early Voting is Underway!

Early voting for the 2022 primary election is underway across West Virginia! Voting is fundamental to our democracy. Use the information below to make a plan to vote.

IMPORTANT PRIMARY ELECTION DATES & INFORMATION*

Until Wednesday, May 4 – Voters may submit Applications for an Absentee Ballot to their County Clerk. Note: Applications received after May 4, even if postmarked, by law cannot be accepted. The eligibility for Absentee Voting includes updates for voters who take precautions due to COVID-19. (Download and print the application from GoVoteWV.com or call your county clerk to request the application be mailed to you.) 

Wednesday, April 27 through Saturday, May 7 – Early Voting at any Early Voting Location in your county during normal business hours and Saturdays 9am to 5pm. A list of locations and hours can be found at GoVoteWV.com. 

Tuesday, May 10 – Primary Election Day – Polls open 6:30am to 7:30pm. REDISTRICTING may have changed your precinct, district, and polling place. 

Remember: A form of identification is required to vote at the polls. 

KNOW YOUR OPTIONS. 

It’s easy to see your SAMPLE BALLOT, find your POLLING PLACE, and explore your options for either voting by mail (ABSENTEE  BALLOT) or in-person (EARLY VOTING or ELECTION DAY). Find this and much more information at GoVoteWV.com.

Questions? Assistance?  Contact your County Clerk or the WV Secretary of State’s office at 304-558-6000.

The future of West Virginia depends on your vote! 

*Information compiled in coordination with the Charleston Branch NAACP, Rise Up WV, the WV Faith Table, WV Citizen Action Group and the WV Civic Engagement Table.