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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.
Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.
After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the voter lookup tool.
Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Use the voter lookup tool to check your registration.
All voters may request an absentee ballot:
Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your Elections System office.
If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.
To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.
You can vote at an early voting center in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.
Cast your ballot at your local polling place. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.
Sample ballots will be available at vivote.gov.
You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.
Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.
Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.
Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.
Editor’s note: This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.
Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the Chicago Tribune and the Waterbury, Connecticut, Republican-American. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, The Boston Globe and other publications.
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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">How to Vote in the U.S. Virgin Islands' 2024 Elections</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 08/14/24 by <b>Maura Kelly Lannan</b> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/elecciones-guia-para-votar-islas-virgenes?intcmp=AE-POL-TOSPA-TOGL-VOTA-VI-ES" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">En español</a></span></span><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Important dates and election information</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Last day to register to vote: </b>Sunday, Oct. 6</li><li><b>Early voting:</b> Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28</li><li><b>Deadline to request an absentee ballot: </b>Tuesday, Nov. 5</li><li><b>Deadline to return an absentee ballot by mail: </b>Friday, Nov. 15, received by 5 p.m.</li><li><b>Election Day:</b> Tuesday, Nov. 5</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/07/2d/08a591e74f71951bb8c8cd10dce0/election-2023-bul2024.jpg" alt="AARP election buttons final" width="900" height="900" style="height: auto; max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 230px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><ul></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at a glance</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><b>Voter registration: </b>Register in person at an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>. Check your registration status using the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Absentee voting:</b> All registered voters can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Voting at the polls: </b>Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You won’t need to show ID, unless you’re a first-time voter.</li></ul><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Recent voting changes in the U.S. Virgin Islands</h2></span></span><p>Voters now can cast an absentee ballot without giving a reason.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to register to vote</h2></span></span><p>Only in-person voter registration is offered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Register by Sunday, Oct. 6.<br></p><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Go to an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office location</a></span></span>, and provide an original version of acceptable identification, which includes a birth certificate, U.S. passport, military discharge form or naturalization certificate.</li></ul><ul><li><b>Online and by mail registration</b> are not available. </li></ul><p>After registration, you will be issued a U.S. Virgin Islands voter ID card, which can be used as identification at the polls. Confirm your registration with the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span>.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Registering to vote on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Voters cannot register to vote on Election Day in the U.S. Virgin Islands.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Check your voter registration status</h2></span></span><p>Use the <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/voters/lookup" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">voter lookup tool</a></span></span> to check your registration.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">How to request an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>All voters may request an absentee ballot:<br></p><ul><li><b>Online: </b>Download a copy of the absentee ballot <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/sites/default/files/forms/2022%20GENERAL%20ELECTION%20ABSENTEE%20APPLICATION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">application</a></span></span> at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov</a></span></span>. The completed form can be emailed or faxed to esviballotstx@vi.gov or 340-773-4523 for St. Croix, and esviballotsttj@vi.gov or 340-776-2391 for St. Thomas and St. John. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person: </b>Visit an<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span>, preferably the one in your district. </li></ul><ul><li><b>By phone:</b> To request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, call 340-773-1021 for St. Croix, 340-774-3107 for St. Thomas, or 340-776-6535 for St. John (open Tuesdays and Thursdays). Or, call the Election System of the Virgin Islands at 877-773-1021. The deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m.</li></ul><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/33/0e/c0d31f604e528c90237a5d947da2/400-virgin-islands-vote-2024.jpg" alt="Election 2022 Idaho" width="400" height="225" style="height: auto; max-width: 400px;"/> <figcaption class="Figure-caption">An "I Voted" sticker on a shirt.</figcaption> <div class="Figure-credit">Darin Oswald/Idaho Statesman via AP</div> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Returning an absentee ballot</h2></span></span><p>Completed absentee ballots can be mailed at no cost or hand-delivered to your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.<br></p><ul><li><b>By mail:</b> The completed ballot must arrive at your<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Elections System office</a></span></span> by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov 15.</li></ul><ul><li><b>By email</b>: Email your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which is Election Day.</li></ul><ul><li><b>In person:</b> Drop your ballot off by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, at your <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.vivote.gov/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Elections System office</a></span></span>.</li></ul><p>If you have an emergency or are confined to a bed in a nursing home or hospital, you may send a representative to pick up an absentee ballot for you on Election Day.<br><br>To check the status of your ballot, call the St. Croix office at 340-773-1021, the St. Thomas office at 340-774-3107, or (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) the St. John office at 340-776-6535.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting in person before Election Day </h2></span></span><p>You can vote at an <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/early-voting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">early voting center</a></span></span> in your district from Monday, Oct. 14, through Monday, Oct. 28.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting at the polls on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>Cast your ballot at your local <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://vivote.gov/elections/polling-places/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">polling place</a></span></span>. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and only first-time voters need to show identification to vote.<br><br>Sample ballots will be available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://vivote.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">vivote.gov.</a></span></span><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voter ID requirements on Election Day</h2></span></span><p>You won’t need to show identification unless you are a first-time voter.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting with a disability </h2></span></span><p>Voters who have vision impairments or physical disabilities may bring one person into the voting booth to provide assistance. If a voter needs help after entering the voting booth, two election officers may provide assistance and will leave the voting machine before voting takes place.<br><br>Voters who have a disability are given preference for using the ExpressVote machine, which is designed for those with impairments.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Voting from a nursing home or long-term care facility</h2></span></span><p>Staff from nursing homes or long-term care facilities can help a resident complete an absentee ballot application, as well as pick up absentee ballots and return them for the residents.<br><br><b><i>Editor’s note:</i></b><i> This guide was originally published Jan. 8, 2024, and has been updated with new information about voting in the 2024 elections.</i><br><br><i>Maura Kelly Lannan is a writer, editor and producer for AARP who covers federal and state policy. She has worked as a reporter for the Associated Press, the </i>Chicago Tribune<i> and the Waterbury, Connecticut, </i>Republican-American<i>. She also has written for Bloomberg Government, </i>The Boston Globe<i> and other publications. </i><br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Also of Interest:</h2></span></span><p></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow AARP's political coverage</a></span></span> </li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/virgin-islands/?cmp=RDRCT-ICM-WELCOMEKIT-STATES-VI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Keep up with local events and AARP advocacy efforts</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/government-elections/info-2024/state-voting-guides.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Find voter guides for all 50 states</a></span></span></li><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://aarp.org/careforcaregivers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Learn more about AARP’s caregiving advocacy work</a></span></span></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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