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South Carolina

Register to Vote

October 9, 2026

This is the final deadline to register to vote for the upcoming general election. Ensure your application is submitted or postmarked by this date.

Early Voting Window

October 15-October 31

Take advantage of early voting locations across the county. Dates and hours may vary by site during this one-stop voting window.

Election Day

Primary Election: March 3, 2026                           General Election: November 3, 2026

Polls are open from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. Voters must vote at their assigned precinct on this day. Remember to brings valid identification.

Candidate Statistics

Discover your local representatives by utilizing the district search tool. Simply input your current address to see which candidates will appear on your upcoming election ballot.

Candidate Lookup

Select your city to find candidates in your district.

Select Your City

State Representative - District 1

Jane Smith - Democrat

Jane Smith focuses on educational funding, infrastructure improvements, and sustainable energy projects to help grow the local economy.

Senate Candidate - District 2

John Doe - Republican

John Doe prioritizes fiscal responsibility, protecting constitutional liberties, and streamlining government regulations for businesses.

Local Judiciary - District 3

Alex Reed - Libertarian

Alex Reed advocates for individual freedom, government transparency, and protecting civil liberties through judicial reform.

Check Your Voting Center

Type your street address

Your specific voting center is linked to where you live. Input your data below to verify your location. Be aware that state law requires strict adherence to the official polling hours for all residents.

Example Precinct
456 Pine Rd, Columbia, SC
Active Hours

7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sign Up to Vote

Participate in the democratic process by joining the voter rolls. Use this guide to complete your registration, modify your existing records, or confirm that your status is currently active.

1

Verify Your Requirements

Check that you fulfill all the legal criteria for state residents, including age and citizenship, before you fill out the paperwork.

2

Hand in the Documents

Send your finished application via the online portal or mail a physical copy directly to your local county election office for processing.

3

Confirm Your Enrollment

After applying, check the official database to make sure your name appears correctly and your designated precinct is listed as active.

See Your Ballot

General Election Sheet

Look over the anticipated layout for the general vote, featuring candidates for federal, state, and regional executive offices.

Primary Election Sheet

Examine the specific primary documents used to select party nominees for various governmental positions in your home district.

Remote Ballots

State law permits any qualified voter to participate via mail-in ballot. To use this option, you must formally submit a request, complete the provided voting materials in the presence of an authorized witness, and ensure the envelope is received by the board of elections before the cutoff.

Voter Guidebook and Election Details

Important Events

Check the Voter Calendar

Runners Information

See Candidate Biographies

Precinct Finder

Locate Polling Station

Register Today

Check Enrollment Record

Ballot Previews

Digital Ballot View

Mail-In Voting

Get Absentee Materials

Election Tools

Official Voter Info

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