New York City Council District 3 Special Election

No, this election does not offer in-person registration on Election Day.

New York City offers online voter registration.To register online in New York City, you need to provide your New York State-issued ID number or the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have not been issued either of these numbers, you can still submit a voter registration application online, but you will have to show ID the first time you vote. You can also submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.

You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.You can also register and vote at the same time on Apr 26 at an early voting location.

If you've voted in New York before, you don't need to provide ID to vote.If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail or online and you didn't provide with your registration a New York (NY) driver license number, NY non-driver ID number, Social Security number, or a copy of your ID, you may need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include: current and valid photo ID copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and addressIf you're a first time voter and unable to provide ID: You will be able to vote an affidavit ballot.

Where can I vote on Election Day?You can look up where to vote on New York's site. Can I vote early?Yes, early voting is offered in this election. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the early voting period, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. Early voting locations may be less crowded, as well. Learn more about voting early in New York. Early voting locations may be different from where you vote on Election Day. Check New York’s site to find where to vote early. What do I need to bring?If you've voted in New York before, you don't need to provide ID to vote.If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail or online and you didn't provide with your registration a New York (NY) driver license number, NY non-driver ID number, Social Security number, or a copy of your ID, you may need to show ID to vote. Acceptable forms include: current and valid photo ID copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and addressIf you're a first time voter and unable to provide ID: You will be able to vote an affidavit ballot.

Contact the New York City Board of Elections for questions about registering to vote, voting by mail, and local elections.

Registration deadlinesIn-person at local election office:Apr 18Online:Apr 18By mail (received by):Apr 18Absentee ballot deadlinesRequest ballot:Apr 18Voting deadlinesEarly voting:Apr 18 - Apr 26In-person:Apr 28

In New York, any registered voter can request to get a ballot by mail. Request your early mail ballot online by Apr 18. What should I do if I don’t get my ballot? If you don’t receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your local election office. How do I return my ballot? Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot. You can return your ballot by mail or by visiting a dedicated drop off location. Find a ballot drop off location near you.If you choose to return your ballot by mail, the United States Postal Service (USPS) recommends that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before the due date. Find a USPS location near you.What do I need to do if I’ve moved? What’s on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If you’ve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.