Registering to Vote in NJ

To register in New Jersey you must be:

1. A United States citizen,
2. 18 years old by the next election,
3. A resident of the county for 21 days before the election.

You are NOT eligible to register to vote if you are serving a sentence or on parole or probation, as a result of a conviction of an indictable offense under state or federal law or have been adjudged mentally incompetent.

Where to Register to Vote:

Applications for registration can be obtained from:

1. The State Division of Elections,
2. The Board of Elections office in the county where you live,
3. From your County Clerk's office,
4. From your Municipal Clerk,
5. Various State agencies such as most Post Offices,
6. The Division of Motor Vehicle offices,

OR...

You can also print a registration application and mail it to the Board of Elections office in the county where you reside. The same form can be used for name and address changes. The registration form cannot be faxed or emailed since an original signature is required in NJ.

The registration deadline to vote at the next election is 21 days prior to election day.