Vote. Because It Matters.

Election day is Tuesday, November 6. New York offers absentee ballots by mail to voters who will be unable to vote in person. All other voters are expected to vote in person.

Voters registered in New York can look up where to vote on New York's site or at GetToThePolls.com.

No early voting

New York does not offer an early voting period. If you will be unable to vote in person on Election Day, you can request an absentee ballot by mail or by visiting your local election office.

What to bring

• If you've voted in New York before, you don't need to provide ID to vote.

• If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail, and didn't provide a copy of your ID with your registration, you may need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include: a current and valid photo ID; or a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.

• Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote an affidavit ballot.