Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to our Montana Elections FAQ page! Whether you're a first-time voter, a seasoned participant in the electoral process, or just curious about how elections work in the Treasure State, you'll find answers to common questions here.
To vote in Montana, you must:
- Be registered as required by law.
- Be 18 years old or older on or before the next election.
- Be a citizen of the United States.
- Be a resident of Montana for at least 30 days.
You cannot vote if:
- You’re a convicted felon serving a sentence in a penal institution.
- You’ve been judged in a court of law to be of unsound mind.
For more information, visit our Registration page!
Eligible Montanans may register to vote by completing a voter registration application and returning it to your county election administrator. For more information, visit our Registration page!
To update your voter registration information, including a name change, address change, or signature update, complete a voter registration application and return it to your county election administrator. For more information, click here!
A voter may cancel their voter registration by submitting a signed written request for cancellation and the reason for cancellation to their county election administrator.
Late registration is the 30-day period before an election. Eligible voters may register to vote or update their registration during the late registration period. In order to vote in the election, a voter must obtain their ballot in person. For more information, contact your county election administrator.
Voters may request a new voter confirmation card by contacting their county election administrator.
Regular registration closes 30 days before the election.
Your county elections office will designate polling places and other voter-specific information, which is available by clicking here.
For a polling place primary or general election, absentee ballots will be mailed to registered voters on the absentee list 25 days prior to election day.
During the election, registered voters can track their absentee ballot online by clicking here.
If you haven't received your absentee ballot, please contact your county elections office.
Sample ballots are available during the federal primary and general elections. For more information, please click here!
Yes.
Not voting in a Primary Election does not disqualify an eligible elector from voting in the General Election.
Need More Help?
Any other questions, please call 888-884-VOTE or email the Elections Team at [email protected].