With Election Day approaching on November 5, this guide covers everything you need to know about voting in South Carolina. For guides related to other states, click here.
Do I Need to Register to Vote?
If you haven’t registered yet, you’ll need to do so in order to participate in the elections in South Carolina.
How Can I Register?
You can register either through an online process or by submitting a printed form by mail, email, fax, or in person at your county’s voter registration office.
What is the Registration Deadline?
The registration deadlines are as follows: in-person registration by October 4, registration by fax, email, or online by October 6, and paper applications must be postmarked by October 7.
How Can I Find My Polling Site?
You can check for your polling location using this link.
Can I Vote by Mail?
You may qualify for absentee voting if you will be unavailable to vote during the early voting period or on Election Day due to work, caregiving for a sick or disabled person, being a senior citizen, having a disability, or being away from your county. A complete list of eligible reasons can be found here. You can request an absentee ballot application through your county voter registration office via mail, phone, or in-person, with the application deadline being October 25.
What is the Latest Date to Submit My Ballot?
Your absentee ballot will be sent to you by mail, and you must return your completed ballot to your county’s voter registration office by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
Can I Track My Ballot?
You can verify the status of your absentee ballot using this link.
What If I Need Assistance Getting to the Polling Place?
If you have a disability making it tough to visit the polling place, you might be eligible for an absentee ballot. Additionally, many polling stations offer curbside voting options from your vehicle or outside the location.
Where Can I Find Election Results?
YSL News will provide live updates on presidential, congressional, and statewide race results here.
