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The Ultimate Guide to Virginia Politics and Voting
Get Informed and Cast Your Ballot
Contents
Voter Registration
To be eligible to vote in Virginia, you must be:
- A U.S. citizen
- A resident of Virginia
- 18 years of age by Election Day
The deadline to register to vote in Virginia is 21 days before an election.
Sample Ballot
To view a sample ballot for your specific district, go to Ballotpedia's Sample Ballot page.
Election Dates
In 2023, the following elections will be held in Virginia:
- Mayoral elections: May 2
- City council elections: May 2
- School board elections: May 2
- Virginia House of Delegates elections: November 7
- Virginia Senate elections: November 7
- Gubernatorial election: November 7
Ballotpedia Coverage
Ballotpedia provides in-depth coverage of Virginia politics, including:
- Information on upcoming elections
- Profiles of candidates and officeholders
- Election results and maps
- Analysis of political issues