In Arizona, the main thing to do with your mail-in ballot is fill it out, sign the envelope, and return it early so it arrives by the deadline. Arizona voters can request a one-time ballot by mail or sign up for the Permanent Early Voting List, and ballots must be received by 7 p.m. on Election Day to count.

What to do

  • Check that your voter registration and address are up to date.
  • If you want mail ballots for future elections, sign up for the Permanent Early Voting List.
  • If you only want one ballot, request a one-time ballot-by-mail.
  • When your ballot arrives, mark it carefully and sign the affidavit envelope.
  • Return it by mail, a drop box, or an approved voting location in your county.

Deadlines

  • Requesting a mail ballot is generally due about 11 days before the election, depending on the election calendar.
  • Mailing it back early is important; guidance commonly recommends sending it at least seven days before Election Day.
  • Your ballot must be received by 7 p.m. on Election Day.

Common mistakes

  • Forgetting to sign the envelope.
  • Waiting too long to mail it.
  • Using the wrong ballot if you’re voting in a partisan primary.
  • Ignoring instructions from your county recorder if there’s a signature issue.

Simple version

  1. Request ballot.
  2. Vote ballot.
  3. Sign envelope.
  4. Return early.

If the ballot is already in your hands, the safest move is to send it back right away or use a drop box in your county.