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Voting 2022

November 8, 2022 General Election:

The deadline to register for the November 8, 2022 General Election is Monday, October 17th (5:00 p.m. in person and 11:59 p.m. online).

Virginia General Election Day Free Fare

Effective: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
During the Virginia General Election Day, on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Hampton Roads Transit will not collect fares on its bus, light rail, ferry, paratransit, and microtransit vehicles as a public service to the citizens in the region. The fares are being waived to give riders every opportunity to get to the polls to vote. Hampton Roads Transit serves six cities in Hampton Roads. To find out what routes service your community, visit gohrt.com/routes/. To learn where local polling stations are, visit the Virginia Department of Elections here. 

Registration

You may register online through the Virginia Department of Elections website.

  • Please note: You will need your Virginia Driver’s License number or VA DMV ID number to attach your electronic signature to your application.
  • You must be at least 18 years of age on or before November 8, 2022 to register to vote and cast a ballot in the election.
  • Students may register from their home residence or their campus address/dorm. 
  • If you register from your home address, you may vote early in person or absentee by mail.


How to Change Your Voter Registration After You Move
See the MyMove website for tips on updating your voter registration. 

Voter Registration Information

Please note: If you register using your campus address you must update your voter registration information/address each time you change your dorm/apartment. For all students registering on campus other than those residing in Spartan Suites, you must indicate your dorm and room number – Ex. 700 Park Avenue, Rosa Alexander Hall RM 123.

  • For student who wish to register from Spartan Suites, the address is: 2601 Corprew Avenue, Suite # ___.

Once the application is received and processed, the voter will receive a Voter Information Notice within 30 days.  This notice contains information about your voting districts and polling place.  This notice can also be used as proof of identification to vote in person.

Non-Residents / Absentee Ballots

  • Non-Virginia residents may register through the Election Assistance Commission website.
  • Registered students may request an absentee ballot by mail, vote early absentee in person, or cast a ballot in person on Election Day.

  • Please note: You will need your Virginia Driver’s License number or VA DMV ID number to attach your electronic signature to your application.

  • Deadline: The deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail is 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 28th.

  • Request an absentee ballot by mail through the Virginia Department of Elections website.
  • Early voting and absentee voting by mail will begin Friday, September 23rd.

Early Voting

The Central Absentee Precinct will be open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning Friday, September 23rd for early voting. In addition to those hours, we will be open on Saturday, October 29th and November 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for early voting. 

  • The deadline to vote early is 5:00 p.m., Saturday, November 5th.
  • Please remember to bring valid voter identification such as Virginia Driver’s License or NSU student ID when voting in person. 
  • Note: Students may take The Tide from Norfolk State University (towards EVMS) to the Civic Plaza Station.  City Hall is located at Civic Plaza and our office is Suite 100 (First Floor).

In addition to our office, we will also host early voting at four (4) voter satellite locations prior to the election.  They are:

Election Day

Election Day is November 8, 2022.  The polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Election Day.  Please remember to bring valid voter identification such as Virginia Driver’s License or NSU student ID when voting in person. 

Resources

Virginia Department of Elections
Vote with Confidence


Virginia Department of Elections Citizen Portal
Register to vote, update your current Virginia voter registration, apply to vote absentee by mail, or view your polling place, election district, absentee ballot status, and voting history.


The City of Norfolk Office of Elections
The Office of Elections is responsible for protecting the integrity of the electoral process in the City of Norfolk through maintaining accurate voter records and efficient administration of elections in accordance with state and federal election laws. We are committed to being an information resource for the citizens of Norfolk regarding elected officials, voter registration, and election services.

  • Assistance in Voting
    If the voter needs assistance in voting due to blindness, a physical disability or an inability to read or write, assistance in voting may be requested.
  • Election Day Hours
    Discover the Election Day hours.
  • Election Schedule
    View the tentative list of upcoming elections within the City of Norfolk.
  • Officer of Election
    If you are interested in becoming an Officer of Election, please visit the Virginia Department of Elections website here.
  • Polling Place Accessibility
    Norfolk's 49 polling places are accessible to voters who are disabled and elderly.
  • Precinct Assignment
    The residence address of the voter determines the assigned precinct, polling location, and election district.
  • Voter Identification
    Virginia law requires all voters to provide an acceptable form of voter identification when voting in person.
  • Voting Equipment
    September 8, 2017, the Virginia State Board of Elections voted to decertify electronic touchscreen voting equipment across the Commonwealth.
     

College Students
College students can choose to register from their home residence or campus residence. Please DO NOT become a victim of identity theft. Do not share your personal information with strangers.

Student Organization
NSU Student Organizations who wish to host a registration drive are required to contact Student Activities.

A Stamp is Cheap - Identity Theft is Not
In the weeks before every election, unsolicited phone calls, emails, letters and front-door offers proliferate asking you to update or confirm your voter registration. Protect your identity & personal information by NOT sharing your application or other information with persons you do not know or trust.