Vote
Make your voice heard.
The Democratic Primary is August 11th. Polls open 6am-8pm.
Early Voting: August 3rd to 9th. Make a plan!
Need an Absentee Ballot?
Connecticut voting
Key dates and rules come from the Secretary of the State. Use the official links below to register, confirm your polling place, and make a plan before each election.
Register
- Am I registered?
Check your registration status, party affiliation, and polling place.
- Register to vote
Register or update your address online. The pre-election deadline is 18 days before Election Day.
- Registration deadlines
Vote early
- Early voting
Vote in person August 3s through the 9th. Polling locations to come!
Absentee ballot
- Absentee ballot
As of 2026, all eligible voters may request an absentee ballot — no excuse required. Apply through your town clerk or online.
- 2026 absentee voting updates
Secretary of the State — absentee updates (opens in new tab)
Election Day
- Election Day hours
Polls are open 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Anyone in line at 8:00 p.m. may still vote.
- Same-day registration
Missed the deadline? You can register and vote in person on Election Day at your town's designated location.
- Photo ID
Connecticut does not require photo identification to vote in most cases.
Official resources
- MyVote.CT.gov
New Haven voters
Contact the New Haven Registrar of Voters for local registration help and poll worker opportunities.
City of New Haven
- Registrar of Voters
200 Orange Street, Room 201. Open Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Registration help
- Absentee ballots
Absentee ballot applications and returns are handled by the Town Clerk.
State legislature
- Find your legislators
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