Registering to Vote

Qualifications for Registration:

  • You are a citizen of the United States.
  • You are a resident of North Carolina and Henderson County for 30 days before the election.
  • You are at least 18 years old by the next general election.
  • Not be in jail or prison for a felony conviction.

How and Where to Register:

If the qualifications are met, you must simply fill out a Voter Registration Application. These forms are available at the County Board of Elections office. Forms may be requested by mail, phone, email, in-person, or downloaded on the internet. You may also apply to register at other government agencies including:

  • Public assistance agencies
  • Agencies serving persons with disabilities
  • Armed Forces recruitment offices
  • Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Libraries

After submitting the application information, the Board of Elections will mail you a Voter ID Card listing your precinct, polling place election information, but it is not a requirement for voting.

Click here to download the form to be mailed in