Voter Registration
Under the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (NVRA) and Governor Katie Hobbs’s Executive Order 2023-25, the Department of Economic Security (DES) is considered a Voter Registration Assistance Agency. This means DES must offer you the chance to register to vote when you:
- Apply for benefits
- Renew, recertify or change address information
A DES employee who assists you with your application for benefits must offer you the opportunity to register to vote. Your decision to register to vote or decline to register will not affect the benefits that you will be provided by the agency.
Voting is one of our most fundamental rights as Americans. It allows DES clients to shape the future of our state and country. The majority of voting-eligible Arizonans participate in our electoral system. Nearly 4.5 million Arizona residents are registered to vote. Almost 3.4 million Arizonans voted in the 2024 presidential election.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which DES programs are subject to the NVRA?
The following is a list of DES divisions which have programs that are subject to the NVRA:
- Child and Community Services Division (CCSD):
- Child Care Assistance
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME):
- Cash Assistance
- Disaster Nutrition Assistance
- Medical Assistance
- Nutrition Assistance
- Tuberculosis Control
- Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
- Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
- Business Enterprise
- Independent Living Older Blind (ILOB)
- Vocational Rehabilitation
What are the requirements to register to vote in Arizona?
The Arizona Secretary of State’s office lists the following requirements to vote in Arizona:
- A United States citizen
- A resident of Arizona and the county listed on your registration
- 18 years of age or older on, or before, the day of the next regular general election
To vote in both state and federal elections, you must provide documentary proof of citizenship (DPOC). Documents include:
- An Arizona driver’s license or state ID
- A U.S. birth certificate
- A tribal identification number
- An Alien Registration, Naturalization Certificate, or Citizenship Certificate number
View a list of all voter registration documents.
If you are a U.S. citizen but cannot provide proof of citizenship:
- Complete the National Voter Registration Application (English or Spanish)
- You will be eligible to vote in federal elections only
If you submit the Arizona Voter Registration Form without acceptable proof of citizenship, your application will be rejected.
What do I need to know about upcoming elections?
There are primary elections and general elections. You can register to vote at any time. If you wish to vote in an election, you must register to vote at least 29 days before the date of that next election. This applies whether it is a primary or general election.
The next major primary election will be held on August 6, 2026. The next major general election will be held on November 3, 2026.
| Type of Election | Date of Election | Last Day of Registration |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Primary Election | August 6, 2026 | July 8, 2026 |
| 2026 General Election | November 3, 2026 | October 5, 2026 |
How can I register to vote?
You can register to vote using one of these methods:
Online
You may register to vote through the ServiceArizona EZ Voter Registration web page if you have:
- An Arizona Driver’s License
- An Arizona non-operating I.D. card issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
Steps
- Choose your language.
- Select Begin/Update Voter Registration.
- Verify your voter eligibility.
- Enter your information in the required fields.
- Verify your address information.
- Select your party preference.
DES offices also display posters with QR codes that link to the registration page.
If you are applying for Cash, Nutrition, or Medical Assistance using Health-e-Arizona Plus online, you can access the Help Center near the top of each page. To find more information about voter registration, you can type “Voter Registration” into the Help Center’s search bar. From there, you will find an FAQ section titled “How Do I Register to Vote?”, which will link to ServiceArizona’s EZ Voter Registration page. You will also find a fact sheet with more information about options for registering to vote, including Service Arizona, the Secretary of State’s office, and how to apply in person at a County Recorder’s office.
By Mail
You can print an Arizona Voter Registration Form. Fill out the printed form with your new information. Mail the completed form to your County Recorder’s Office and your information will be processed.
If you are a U.S. citizen but cannot produce satisfactory documentary proof of citizenship, you cannot register to vote using the Arizona Voter Registration Form. You must use the Federal National Voter Registration Application Form, which is available in English and Spanish. Mail the completed form to your County Recorder’s Office and your information will be processed.
In-Person
If you are applying for a DES program that is subject to the NVRA, when you enter a DES office or when a DES employee conducts an interview, you will be provided with the opportunity to fill out voter registration forms. The DES employee will provide you assistance with filling out the forms if you request it, including language assistance and accessibility for persons with disabilities, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. You can find DES’s voter registration policy on our website.
You may also visit your County Recorder’s Office and fill out a registration form in person.
See the How to Apply for an Arizona State ID quick reference guide if you need to know how to get an ID. That guide also includes resources that can help you get an ID card if you need it.
You can find more information about voting, requirements to register, and voting locations on the Arizona Secretary of State website.
