Elections are crucial to New Hampshire’s future. The past four years we’ve seen attacks on LGBTQ+ rights, voting rights, and more. Almost every good climate bill was voted down. To change what we can do to address climate change through the legislature, we need to change who’s in office.
Make your plan to vote
NH Municipal Elections are November 4th, 2025 for most cities. Look up your city clerk’s office website to check for resources.
Check your voter registration, find your polling location, and find your sample ballot!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register to Vote in New Hampshire? Unfortunately, our state doesn’t allow you to register online. You will need to go to your town hall to register to vote, OR you can register the day-of the election at your polling location. To be eligible to vote in New Hampshire, you need to prove your identity, age, citizenship and domicile (physical address). This also applies to absentee voter registration. You’ll need a photo ID, proof of your current address if it isn’t on your ID, and proof of citizenship (passport, birth certificate, or naturalization papers)..
I Don’t Have a Photo ID. Can I Still Vote on Election Day? No. Sadly, New Hampshire got rid of its affidavit laws, so you must have some form of photo ID to vote. If you do not have a photo ID, you can obtain a free Voter ID before Election Day by: Requesting a voucher from your town or city clerk or the Secretary of State’s office, and Redeeming the voucher at a New Hampshire DMV to receive a free Voter ID. For more information on obtaining a free Voter ID, visit the New Hampshire Secretary of State’s Official Guidance.
Can I vote Absentee? If you can’t make it to the polls on voting day for various reasons you can request an absentee ballot from your town clerk’s office or fill out the form here to request your ballot.
Want more information? The NH Secretary of State’s pocket guide to voting can be found here.
Can I Vote in New Hampshire if I Attend College Here but My Parents Live Out of State? Yes. As long as you are a U.S. citizen, will be 18 or older on or before Election Day, and are domiciled in New Hampshire, you can vote here. Students attending an institution in New Hampshire can claim domicile for voting purposes in the town or city where they live while attending school, as per RSA 654:1, I-a.
What if I’ve Temporarily Left New Hampshire but Plan to Return? If you established your civic home in New Hampshire and are away temporarily, you remain domiciled here until you establish a new domicile elsewhere. Future moves do not prevent you from voting in New Hampshire.
What If I Don’t Have Acceptable Proof of Identity (ID)? Non-driver’s IDs are available at the DMV for $10 or free with a voucher from your clerk’s office.
Can I Vote If I Have a Felony Conviction? Yes. Unless you are currently incarcerated for a felony conviction, you can vote. Individuals on probation or parole, as well as those with misdemeanor convictions, retain their right to vote.
I Am Homeless. Can I Vote? Yes. If you are a U.S. citizen, 18 years old, and live in New Hampshire, you can vote. Your voting address can be any place where you reside, such as a shelter, a friend’s house, or even a park. A letter from a shelter, a friend’s statement, or an affidavit can be used to prove your domicile. Note that first-time voters registering on Election Day will need a form of photo ID.
I Recently Moved. Do I Need to Re-Register to Vote? If you moved to a new town or a different city ward, you must re-register at your current address. Check your voter registration online.
How Do I Become an “Undeclared” Voter After the Primary? After the primary, you can change your registration to undeclared by completing a form at your clerk’s office or at a Supervisors of the Checklist meeting. If you vote in person, you can also fill out a "return to undeclared" card at your polling place.
Will My Student ID Prove My Identity? Yes. All photo IDs issued by accredited colleges, high schools, or career schools in New Hampshire are accepted. The ID must list an expiration date and can’t be more than five years expired.
Triple Your Vote!
So, you’re ready to vote… You’ve done your research, you know when and where you’re going to vote, and you have a plan to get there. But, are your friends ready to vote too? Here are three things you can do to help increase voter turnout in NH:
Call or text three friends right now and ask them if they have a plan to vote! Share this web page if they need help finding voting resources.
Share this web page on your social media pages. Ask your followers and friends if they’re ready to vote!
Sign up to canvass or phonebook with 350 New Hampshire Action. Stay tuned for phonebooks and canvassing opportunities on our events page.
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