Pre-18 voter registration in Arizona
In Arizona 98,427 people turn 18 every year.
Arizonans can pre-register before turning 18.
pre-register before turning To register to vote in Arizona, you must be: 18 by Nov 3rd, 2026. (18 by the general election, starting over even years).
That means most eligible seniors and many juniors in your high school can register to vote today and vote at 18.
Learn more about the voter registration gap in Arizona.
High school students can help one another get ready to vote.
Next Steps!
How to Register to Vote in Arizona
Upcoming Statewide or Federal Elections:
- Jul 21st, 2026 - Arizona Primary Election (Register by Jun 22nd, 2026)
- Nov 3rd, 2026 - Arizona General Election (Register by Oct 5th, 2026)
Useful Links:
- Registration Form - Download the paper registration form for Arizona.
- Registration Status - Check if you are already registered, your polling place, and more from your state’s voter registration website.
- Fair Elections Center - Learn about conducting a registration drive in Arizona.
- Vote 411 - A nonpartisan resource to help you register, preview your ballot, and find key election information from the League of Women Voters.
- VoteRiders - Find out what forms of ID you can use to register and vote, and get help getting a valid form of ID.
Full Registration Details
By Mail: ID Requirements
To submit a voter registration application by mail in Arizona, you must provide your current and valid Arizona driver's license number OR non-operating license number, if you have one. If you do not have either of these ID numbers, you must instead provide the last four digits of your Social Security number.
If you have not been issued any of these ID numbers, indicate this on the form. Arizona will assign you a unique identification number.
By Mail: Eligibility Requirements
To register in Arizona you must:
be a United States citizen (proof of citizenship required to vote "full ballot")
be a resident of Arizona and the county listed on your registration
be 18 years old on or before the next general election
not have been convicted of treason or a felony (or have had your civil rights restored)
not currently be declared an incapacitated person by a court of law with your voting rights revoked
be able to write your name or make your mark (unless prevented by disability)
By Mail: Citizen Instructions
If you are registering to vote for the first time in Arizona, you must include proof of citizenship with your registration application or you will be registered as a “federal-only voter.” If you are designated as a federal-only voter, you may only vote in elections for president, US senator, and US representative.
To be eligible to vote in all other races, you are required to submit an acceptable form of identification with your registration form. If you have an Arizona driver's license or non-operating identification issued after October 1, 1996, your ID number may serve as proof of citizenship and no additional documents are needed. Otherwise, you may provide proof of citizenship with a COPY of ONE of the following: birth certificate and supporting legal documentation (i.e., marriage certificate), if the name on the birth certificate is not the same as your current legal name; US passport; naturalization documents or ID number; Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) card number, tribal treaty card number, or tribal enrollment number; Tribal Certificate of Indian Blood or Tribal or BIA Affidavit of Birth
By Mail: New Voter Instructions
If you are registering to vote for the first time in your county and submit your registration application by mail, federal law requires you to provide a COPY of proof of identification with your application OR show acceptable documentation when you vote. Acceptable forms of identification include a current and valid photo ID OR a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or government document that shows your name and address. More information about these requirements is available on the National Voter Registration Form.
Online Instructions
To register using the Arizona online voter registration system, you are required to provide ONE of the following ID numbers issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD): Arizona driver’s license or Arizona non-operating ID. If you don’t have an Arizona MVD-issued ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person.
More information here.
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About this information
This page presents a curated compilation of voting and election information, specifically geared toward high school students, their families, and educators.
Information about deadlines and voting laws is retrieved via the Democracy Works Elections API and was last retrieved on Jul 6th, 2026; the API compiles election guidance from official government sources and other vetted data providers, and details may change over time. Information concerning requirements for high schools is based on The Civics Center’s analysis of State Requirements for High School Voter Registration and was last updated on Jun 22nd, 2026.
Information about youth turning 18 each year is from the U.S. Census, and information on the number of 18-year-olds who have not yet registered is based on applying TCC’s analysis of Census data and state voter files. We also provide links to trusted resources, including VoteRiders (for voter ID information) and Fair Elections Center (for information about laws governing voter registration drives).
These pages are offered for guidance only and are not intended as legal advice. Please consult state election officials or an attorney if you have questions about any particular situation. We hope you find this useful. To cite our resources and original research, please provide links and/or cite The Civics Center.
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