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To register to vote in Arizona, you must be: 18 by Nov 3rd, 2026. That means all eligible seniors and most juniors in your high school can register to vote today and vote at 18.

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How to Register to Vote in Arizona

Upcoming Elections:
  • Jul 21st, 2026 - Arizona Primary Election (Register by Jun 22nd, 2026)
  • Nov 3rd, 2026 - Arizona General Election (Register by Oct 5th, 2026)
Useful Links:
  • Registration Form - Download the paper registration form for Arizona.
  • Registration Status - Check if you are already registered, your polling place, and more from your state’s voter registration website.
  • Fair Elections Center - Learn about conducting a registration drive in Arizona.
  • Vote 411 - A nonpartisan resource to help you register, preview your ballot, and find key election information from the League of Women Voters.
  • VoteRiders - Find out what forms of ID you can use to register and vote, and get help getting a valid form of ID.
Full Registration Details

By Mail: ID Requirements

Your completed voter registration form must contain the number of your Arizona driver's license, or non-operating identification license issued pursuant to A.R.S. Sec. 28-3165, if the license is current and valid. If you do not have a current and valid Arizona driver's license or non-operating identification license, you must include the last four digits of your Social Security number if one has been issued to you. If you do not have a current and valid driver's license or non-operating identification license or a Social Security number, please write "NONE" on the form. A unique identifying number will be assigned by the Secretary of State.

By Mail: Eligibility Requirements

To register in Arizona you must:

be a United States citizen (proof of citizenship required to vote "full ballot")

be a resident of Arizona and the county listed on your registration

be 18 years old on or before the next general election

not have been convicted of treason or a felony (or have had your civil rights restored)

not currently be declared an incapacitated person by a court of law with your voting rights revoked

be able to write your name or make your mark (unless prevented by disability)

By Mail: Citizen Instructions

If this is your first time registering to vote in Arizona, your voter registration form also must include proof of citizenship or you may be registered as a federal-only voter. To be eligible to vote a “full ballot,” you must submit proof of citizenship with your registration form. A “full ballot” includes all federal, state, county, and local races and ballot questions for which you are eligible to vote. If you have an Arizona driver's license or non-operating identification issued after October 1, 1996, write the number on the form. This will serve as proof of citizenship and no additional documents are needed. If not, you should attach proof of citizenship to the form. Please include a copy of one of the following documents: birth certificate and supporting legal documentation (i.e. marriage certificate) if the name on the birth certificate is not the same as your current legal name; passport; naturalization documents or ID number; Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) card number, tribal treaty card number, or tribal enrollment number; or Tribal Certificate of Indian Blood or Tribal or BIA Affidavit of Birth. Do not send original documents. Photocopies will not be returned to you.

By Mail: New Voter Instructions

If you are registering to vote for the first time in your jurisdiction and are mailing a registration application, federal law requires you to show proof of identification the first time you vote. Proof of identification for voter registration includes: a current and valid photo identification or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address. More information here.

Online Instructions

To register using the Arizona online voter registration system, you are required to provide ONE of the following ID numbers issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD): Arizona driver’s license or Arizona non-operating ID. If you don’t have an Arizona MVD-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.

More information here.

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About this information

This page presents a curated compilation of voting and election information, specifically geared toward high school students, their families, and educators.

Information about deadlines and voting laws is retrieved via the Democracy Works Elections API and was last retrieved on Mar 30th, 2026; the API compiles election guidance from official government sources and other vetted data providers, and details may change over time. Information concerning requirements for high schools is based on The Civics Center’s analysis of State Requirements for High School Voter Registration and was last updated on Mar 27th, 2026.

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Information about youth turning 18 each year is from the U.S. Census, and information on the number of 18-year-olds who have not yet registered is based on applying TCC’s analysis of Census data and state voter files. We also provide links to trusted resources, including VoteRiders (for voter ID information) and Fair Elections Center (for information about laws governing voter registration drives).

These pages are offered for guidance only and are not intended as legal advice. Please consult state election officials or an attorney if you have questions about any particular situation. We hope you find this useful. To cite our resources and original research, please provide links and/or cite The Civics Center.

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