Vote

Early voting is open for the primary election.  Scroll down for more information.

Our next election is November 4:  General Election 

Virginia voters will cast ballots for state and local offices...

State Offices: Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Virginia House of Delegates

Local offices: Board of Supervisors, School Board

 

REGISTER OR UPDATE registration by October 24, 2025 to vote in the general election.
 
  • To register to vote, visit the Registrar's office at 10604 Buckley Hall Rd from Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. You can also register online at http://www.elections.virginia.gov/citizen-portal/.
  • For more information, call Mathews General Registrar at (804) 725-3200.
  • Verify voter registration and make changes to residence/mailing address here.

Watch this page for information about Democratic candidates for Governor 

Candidates for Mathews County Board of Supervisors

David Walsh

Patrick Beatty

Mike Walls

David Jones

Candidates for Mathews County School Board

Linda Hodges

Amy Bohannon-Stewart

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Early Voting for the General Election

Mathews General Registrar's Office, Liberty Square Complex,
10604 Buckley Hall Road
September 19 - November 1

 

  • Monday through Friday, Sept. 19 - Oct 31
    8:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m

  • Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 
    8:00 a.m- 4:00 p.m

  • Saturday, Nov 1, 2025
    9:00 a.m- 5:00 p.m 


Absentee Voting by Mail for the Election

 
  • Last day to request an absentee ballot by mail is October 24, 2025.

  • Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.

  • Click here for information and to request an absentee ballot 

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Restoration of Voting Rights

In Virginia, an individual convicted of a felony and no longer incarcerated is eligible to apply to have his/her voting rights restored by the Governor.

Click the link below to get information  about the restoration of rights process and to apply to have your voting restored.
Learn How to Restore Your Voting Rights
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What to Know When You Vote in Virginia

Acceptable forms of Voter Identification

Voter confirmation documents

Virginia DMV-issued driver's license or ID card (current or expired)

U.S. passport (valid)

Employer-issued photo ID (valid)

Student ID issued by Virginia college/university/high school (valid)

Student photo ID issued by U.S. college/university (valid)

Other U.S. or Virginia government issued ID

U.S. Military ID (valid)

Virginia Voter Photo ID Card

Original Copy of any current utility bill, bank statement, government check, pay check, or other government documents with your name and address (within the past 12 months)
 
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Know Your Rights


 
Ask for a new ballot if you want to change your vote before you cast it

Vote a provisional ballot if your name doesn't appear on the voter list or you forgot to bring an acceptable ID (and don't want to sign an ID confirmation statement)

Vote if you are in line by 7 pm on Election Day when the polls close.
 
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Accessible Voting


 
If you are 65 or over, or have a disability, you may vote from your vehicle.  Look for the curbside voting instructions on how to alert staff you would like assistance at your precinct on election day or at early voting locations

You may bring someone with you who can assist you with voting

You can get help reading or writing from an election officer or from your own assistant

If you are blind, have low vision, or have impaired manual dexterity, you may vote an absentee ballot using an electronic ballot marking tool.
 
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