The next election is on Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Are you still registered to vote?
The voter registration deadline is Tuesday, October 12, 2021.
Use the buttons below to verify or register with the Virginia Department of Elections.
How will you vote?
All voters can vote early. There is no reason to wait! We recommend voting early in-person or absentee.
Starting Friday, September 17th at three locations, and Thursday, October 21st at any of 13 additional locations across the County.
| Early Vote Location | Wait Time / Hours |
|---|---|
| Fairfax County Government Center, Ste. 323 | Open tomorrow 8 am – 4:30 pm |
| Mount Vernon Government Center | Open tomorrow 12 pm – 7 pm |
| North County Government Center | Open tomorrow 12 pm – 7 pm |
Receive an ballot in the mail and return it by mail as early as possible. Or return it by ballot drop box before 7pm on Tuesday, November 2nd.
All polling locations across Fairfax County will be open on Tuesday, November 2nd from 6 am – 7 pm. You vote at your polling place.
Who's on your ballot?
FAQ: What if I don't want to vote by mail anymore? How can I make sure my vote is counted? Are drop boxes available in this election? Where can I vote early?
Frequently Asked Questions: What if I don't want to vote by mail anymore? How can I make sure my vote is counted? Are drop boxes available in this election? Where can I vote early?
Problems or Concerns?
Stay at the polling location and call the Voter Protection Hotline
(844) 4VA-VOTE
(844) 482-8683
Or ask a poll observer for assistance.
2021 General Election Timeline
To be announced
September 17Beginning of Absentee Voting
The first absentee ballots will be mailed, and early in-person voting begins at the North County and Mount Vernon Government Centers, and at the Office of Elections (Suite 323) at the Fairfax County Government Center.
October 12Voter Registration Deadline
In-person and by mail registrations must be received by 5 pm.
Online voter registration due by 11:59 pm.
October 21Early Voting at Additional Locations Begins
Thirteen additional locations throughout the county will open Monday - Saturday for in-person voting. Learn more.
October 24Sunday Voting at All Early In-Person Voting Locations
Thanks to the Democratic Majority, Sunday voting is now available.
All early voting locations in Fairfax County will be open 1 - 5 pm.
October 30Last Day of Early In-Person Voting
Final day to vote early in-person at all 16 locations.
November 2Election Day
Polls open from 6 am - 7 pm.
Absentee ballots must be postmarked by 7 pm.
