The minimum age to be president of the United States is 35 years old.

Where the rule comes from

This age requirement is written in Article II, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution , which states that a person must be at least 35 years of age to be eligible for the office of president. The Framers believed that a certain level of maturity and experience was needed for the responsibilities of the presidency.

Other key eligibility rules

Along with the age requirement, the Constitution also says a president must be:

  • A natural‑born citizen of the United States.
  • A resident of the U.S. for at least 14 years.

There is no upper age limit , so candidates can run at any age as long as they meet these three conditions.

Quick reference table

Requirement Rule
Age At least 35 years old
Citizenship Natural‑born U.S. citizen
Residency Lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years
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