How to Register

In order to register and vote in Ann Arbor, you must be 18 by Election Day, be a U.S. citizen, and have lived at a City of Ann Arbor address for 30 days by Election Day.

You can register online 15 days or more before an election with a Michigan Driver’s License or State ID. Starting 14 days before an election, you will need to register in person at Ann Arbor City Hall. You'll need to bring:

• A photo ID such as your MCard
• Either a Michigan Driver’s license (or State ID) OR the last four digits of your Social Security Number

AND

• Proof of Residency. If you are at U-M, you can show proof of residency with the “current local address” on your Wolverine Access portal. You can also use an official document like a lease, paycheck, bank statement, or current utility bill.

You can also check U-M’s Turn Up Turnout’s social media for upcoming registration events!

You’ll be asked for two things:

• An official photo ID, such as your MCard
• Either a Michigan Driver’s License (or State ID) OR the last four digits of your Social Security Number.

Yep! College students in Michigan can choose to register and vote at either their permanent address or their local address. If you'd like to register in Ann Arbor, you can visit City Hall or find a TUT registration event!

If you think you are already registered, it’s a good idea to double-check on the Michigan Voter Information Center. If you have recently completed a registration form and do not find your registration, check back — your registration should be active within a few weeks. If you still need help, contact the City Clerk’s Office.

Yes. If you don’t have a photo ID, you can still register. You’ll just need to sign a simple form called an affidavit.

Nope! You do not need to register for each election. However, you will need to re-register if you moved since you last registered, changed your name, or your signature has changed.

Note: You will need to re-register if you want to vote at your permanent home address for the next election but were previously registered at your campus address!

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Your next election may be sooner than you think! You can head to our Vote page for everything you need to make a plan to vote — whether that’s early, absentee, or on Election Day. You’ll find resources on:

• How to request and track your absentee ballot
• Where to drop off your completed ballot using a secure drop box
• The key deadlines you don’t want to miss

(hint: the earlier you start, the easier the process!)

If you moved since the last election, you will need to re-register at your new address.

Yes, but — there’s no reason to wait!

Michigan law allows you to register in person up to and including Election Day.

Follow UMICH Votes on Instagram to stay updated on festivities and events!

To register to vote in Michigan you must be a U.S. citizen, be at least 18 years old by Election Day, and have lived at your Michigan address for at least 30 days by Election Day.

The State of Michigan has a great voter information website with explanations and links about How to Register.

If you register 15 days or more before an election:

• You can register online with a Michigan Driver’s License or State ID.
• You can register by mail (download and mail the registration form), or get a form (and envelope!) from U-M’s Turn Up Turnout student group.

If you register within 14 days of an election:

• You’ll need to register to vote in person at your local clerk’s office.
• You’ll need a photo ID and proof of residency (an official document that shows your name and address).

Absolutely! Students from U-M’s Turn Up Turnout are a year-round resource. You can email your questions to voterregquestions@umich.edu.

If you think you are already registered, it’s a good idea to double-check on the Michigan Voter Information site. If you have just recently completed a registration form and do not find your registration, check back — your registration should be active within a few weeks. If you still need help, contact your local clerk's office.

No, you do not need to register for each election. However, if you have moved since you last registered, changed your name, or if your signature has changed, you will need to re-register.

If you moved since the last election, you will need to re-register at your new address.

Michigan law allows you to register in person up to and including Election Day! But why wait?!

To vote in any state in the U.S., you must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and a resident of the state you want to vote in. The definition of residency, voter registration deadlines, and any additional requirements are defined by the states themselves. So make sure you check your state's elections website!

You can find a link to those websites at the bottom of your state's page on Vote411, which you can get to from this page.

You’ll just need to do a little more planning by checking your state’s registration deadlines and absentee voting (vote by mail) instructions. Nass.org can connect you to your state’s election site.

If you need help understanding the rules and process for your state, email U-M's Turn Up Turnout student leaders at voterregquestions@umich.edu.

Stuff happens! If you’re a college student, you can still vote by registering with your local Michigan address. If you live in Ann Arbor, you can register with Turn Up Turnout or City Hall. If you live in another city, you can visit your local clerk’s office.

It’s always a good idea to double check! The best place to confirm your registration is your state’s election website, which you can find at nass.org.

Absolutely! Students from U-M’s Turn Up Turnout are a year-round resource. You can email your questions to voterregquestions@umich.edu.

You do not need to register for each election. However, if you moved since you last registered, changed your name, or if your signature has changed you will need to re-register.