This week marks the start of early voting in ten more states for the upcoming general election on November 5.

More voters are opting for early voting as a convenient way to participate in elections. Currently, over 45 states provide some form of early voting, and a recent study from the Center for Election Innovation & Research indicates that nearly 97% of those eligible to vote reside in places where they can cast their ballots before Election Day.

Early voting has already started in various states and this week, polling locations in Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Rhode Island, Tennessee, North Carolina, Louisiana, Washington, Massachusetts, and Nevada will welcome voters. Below is a summary of when early voting starts in these states and essential details for voters.

Oct. 15: Georgia

Early voting in Georgia starts on Tuesday, three weeks ahead of Election Day. Voters can find early voting locations, sample ballots, and more on the Georgia Secretary of State’s My Voter Page.

Voters must bring a valid photo ID, which can be a Georgia driver’s license, a Georgia Voter ID Card, a U.S. passport, or a tribal ID. Students attending public colleges in Georgia can also use their student IDs, while private college IDs are not acceptable.

Although independent presidential candidates Cornel West and Claudia De la Cruz may be listed on Georgia’s ballot in some areas, votes for them will not count after a ruling by the state’s Supreme Court determined they did not meet the criteria for the November election.

Oct. 16: Iowa, Kansas, Rhode Island, Tennessee

Iowa voters can begin early voting at their local county auditor’s offices or possibly at designated early voting satellite stations. For details, voters are encouraged to visit the Iowa Secretary of State’s website and may need to present a photo ID along with another document that confirms their residency if their ID does not display this information.

Kansas residents have similar options for early voting at county election offices or additional polling places. A photo ID is required to vote. More details can be found through VoterView or directly on the Kansas Secretary of State’s website.

In Rhode Island, early voting locations will open on Wednesday. Voters need to ensure they bring a photo ID, and the Board of Elections website provides a comprehensive list of where to vote, along with varying hours.

Tennessee does not require an excuse for early voting, which is available at county election offices and satellite locations. Voters should consult their local election commission for specific hours and locations.

Oct. 17: North Carolina

North Carolina will kick off early voting on Thursday, October 17. Voters are required to present a photo ID, which could be a driver’s license or passport. If voters don’t have an ID, they can apply online for a free voter ID card. Check the North Carolina State Board of Elections website for early voting locations.

Oct. 18: Louisiana, Washington

Voters in Louisiana can start casting their ballots on October 18. Polling places will be open from 8:30 AM to 6 PM, and individuals will need to show a valid photo ID or sign a voter affidavit. More details about early voting can be found at Louisiana’s voter portal, with a complete list of polling locations available on the Secretary of State’s website.

In Washington, elections are conducted by mail, which means that all registered voters receive an absentee ballot through the mail automatically. Voters have the option to either mail their completed ballots or drop them off at designated voting centers. For a complete list of voting locations and ballot drop-off sites, you can visit the secretary of state’s website. More details can be found on the Washington State Voter Portal.

Oct. 19: Massachusetts, Nevada

Residents of Massachusetts can vote early starting this Saturday ahead of the November general election. While first-time voters may need to present a photo ID, most voters are not required to have one. You can find early voting locations by checking the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s website or visiting www.WhereDoIVoteMA.com.

In Nevada, early voting also begins this Saturday, a vital state in the upcoming presidential election. Similar to Washington, Nevada is a vote-by-mail state where registered voters are mailed an absentee ballot. However, voters can also choose to vote early in person at designated voting locations. In Nevada, voters can cast their ballots at any voting center within their county, not just at their nearest one. For early voting sites, refer to the Nevada Secretary of State’s website.