2024 South Carolina Voting Checklist + Deadlines

  1. Find out if you are registered to vote. Check your status here.

  2. Register if you need to by Sun Oct 14, 2024 (extended due to Hurricane Helene) through mail. Update your existing registration if any of your information has changed. 

  3. Make sure you have your ID/Voter ID with you. 

  4. The general election date is Tuesday,  November 5, 2024. Put this date on your calendar.

  5. You can also vote early from Mon Oct 21, 2024 to Sat Nov 2, 2024.  Put these dates on your calendar. 

  6. Request an absentee ballot if you want to vote-by-mail.

    • Deadline: Fri Oct 25, 2024 5:00PM

  7. Return your absentee ballot by:

    • Deadline: Tue Nov 5, 2024

  8. Find out where your polling place is. 

  9. Be sure to take note of any accessibility challenges you might face. South Carolina offers curbside voting.

  10. If you need some instructions or want a demonstration of your district’s voting system or accessible equipment, contact your Supervisor of Elections in your county. 

  11. Check out what a sample ballot looks like. If you did not receive one in the mail, most Supervisors of Elections have them posted on their websites.

  12. Arrange any transportation help you might need. Do this in advance, not on the day you need a ride.

    Remember: your voice and vote matters! Report any voting issues by calling or texting 1-866-687-8683 (English) or 888-839-8682 (Spanish)