Qualifications For Voting In North Dakota

Welcome to the only state that does not have voter registration.

In order to vote in North Dakota, you must be:

• A U.S. citizen.
• At least 18 years old on the day of an election.
• A North Dakota resident.
• A resident in the precinct for 30 days preceding the election.

Remember, for the purposes of voting, a person may have only one residence, shown by an actual fixed permanent dwelling, or any other abode. Residency in North Dakota is defined in North Dakota Century Code, Section 54-01-26 which states:

Every person has in law a residence. In determining the place of residence, the following rules must be observed:

• It is the place where one remains when not called elsewhere for labor or other special or temporary purpose, and to which he or she returns in seasons of repose.
• There can be only one residence.
• A residence cannot be lost until another is gained
• The residence can be changed only by the union of act and intent.

Click here for a copy of the Voter's Affidavit (124kb pdf)

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