MIAMI – Residents not yet registered who are interested in participating in the November 2nd General Election have until Monday, October 4th to register to vote. The same deadline applies to anyone wishing to make a party affiliation change.
“Voting is the best and most impactful way for residents to have a say on issues that affect them, as well as select the government leaders they want to represent them,” said Supervisor of Elections Lester Sola. “It is the most meaningful way to have your voice heard.”
Residents can go online at www.miamidade.gov/elections to print a Voter Registration Application or call 3-1-1 to have a Voter Registration Application mailed to them. The application must be filled out completely, contain an original signature and sent to the address on the form by next Monday.
Residents are eligible to vote if they:
– are 18 years or older (pre-registration begins at 16);
– are a U.S. citizen;
– are a permanent resident of Miami-Dade County.
There is no specific time requirement to live in Miami-Dade County to be considered a permanent resident.
Residents may also register to vote at a number of locations including:
Public libraries;
Most city, town and village halls;
State public assistance agencies;
Florida Driver License Bureaus;
Miami-Dade Elections Department Offices located at:
Main Office
2700 NW 87 Avenue
Voter Information Center
111 NW 1st Street (1st Floor, West Lobby)
For more information, please call 3-1-1 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections
