You Can Vote From Anywhere

How to Vote From Anywhere as a ...

Service Member

See your state's guidelines
See election dates and deadlines
Find your election office
Check the status of your voted ballot
Start a backup ballot

Military Spouse

It only takes a few simple steps to make sure your vote is counted. The Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) enables you to register to vote and request your absentee ballot.

Step 1

1

Choose one of the following to register and request your absentee ballot.

FPCA Online Assistant
Fill out the PDF
Pick up a hard copy version from a Voting Assistance Office

Step 2

2

When your ballot arrives, fill it out and send it in.

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U.S. Citizen Overseas

Learn how your voting residence is determined
Check eligibility of children born outside the U.S.
Find information for students studying abroad

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What DOD is Doing to Ensure Your Vote is Secure:

The Federal Voting Assistance Program works with the services to make sure eligible citizens are aware of their voting rights.

Researchers from a nonprofit election technology company showcased an early-stage prototype of technology aimed at improving the experience of military absentee voters.

U.S. Cyber Command and the National Security Agency are always on wartime footing as they work to defend the homeland from cyber attacks, Army Gen. Paul Nakasone told the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Still Have Questions?

The Federal Voting Assistance Program works to ensure service members, their eligible family members, and overseas citizens are aware of their right to vote and have the tools and resources to successfully do so — from anywhere in the world.