Ways to Vote
Be sure to follow all ballot and envelope instructions for your vote to be counted!
Secure Ballot Drop Boxes are located in or outside our libraries in Belmont, Brisbane, Half Moon Bay, North Fair Oaks, San Carlos, and Woodside. Â
Important Dates for the November 2024 Presidential General Election
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October
7
 Ballots are mailed to registered voters in the state of California. Vote early at a Vote Center, opens a new window, by mail, opens a new window or at an available ballot drop box, opens a new window.
October
21
Deadline to register to vote, opens a new window in California online or postmark date for mail registration. In-person registration may occur at Vote Centers, opens a new window through Election Day.
November
5
On Election Day, all 45 San Mateo County Vote Centers, opens a new window will be open from 7 AM - 8 PM. Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before the Presidential General Election.
 The current district maps were updated in 2022 and can be found at smcacre.org/elections/new-2022-political-districts, opens a new window
Voting in San Mateo County
Here is information on how to register to vote, checking registration and ballot status, and resources to support access to voting.
Voter Registration
Check Your Voter Registration Status
Where's My Ballot?
Register to Vote
Election Information
Check out these websites for more election information and fact-checked resources.
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Voter Registration
March 5 Presidential Primary Election Voter Information
Which Candidates Will Be on My Primary Election Ballot?
California’s Official Voter Information Guide
This webpage includes information such as voter registration, election information, and fact-checking resources. Many websites we link here offer information in multiple languages. Dates or voter guides for elections may be listed from a recently passed election but updated before upcoming elections.
For voter registration assistance or questions in San Mateo County, call or text
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For voter registration assistance or questions in
San Mateo County, call
 English  | Español | ä¸æ–‡ (650) 312-5222
For voter registration assistance or questions
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