The United States Presidential Election is approaching quickly, with early voting already underway in some states.
While early voting in Arizona begins on Wednesday, Oct. 9, several other states — including Minnesota, Virginia and Alabama — kicked off the start of the election season this week.
Former President Donald Trump faces Vice President Kamala Harris, who is barely two months into her presidential campaign after President Joe Biden dropped out. With voting officially underway, both candidates may have fewer people to win over in the 45 days left until Election Day.
Here’s what Arizona voters need to know before the presidential election, including deadlines to register or vote early, to ensure they are ready to cast their ballot without issue.
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When is the last day to register to vote? Check your voter registration status
With less than a month until Arizonans can begin to vote, it’s important to stay informed about the voting process and deadlines in your area.
Arizona law requires eligible voters to register about a month before Election Day. The voter registration deadline for the upcoming presidential election is Monday, Oct. 7, according to the Secretary of State Office.
Be sure to check your registration status and familiarize yourself with local voting requirements and procedures. For the latest information, visit vote.gov/register/arizona.
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Key dates for the 2024 presidential election
These are the key dates for Arizona voters, according to the Secretary of State’s Office.
- Last day to register to vote: Monday, Oct. 7
- First day of early voting: Oct. 9
- Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked): Friday, Oct. 25
- Last day of in-person early voting: Friday, Nov. 1
- Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 5
- Canvass deadline: Nov. 25
- Electors vote: Tuesday, Dec. 17
- Congress counts electoral votes: Monday, Jan. 6
- Inauguration: Monday, Jan. 20
USA TODAY reporter Kinsey Crowley contributed to this article.
