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Elections are held in Hawaii every two years, in the even year. The 2022 primary election is on Saturday, August 13, the general election is on Tuesday, November 8. There are elections only for counties and state, as there are no city governments.

Individuals may vote at age 18. They may early register at age 16.

People moving to Hawaii from another state may register here, simply by affirming that they are making Hawaii their permanent residence. The Office of Elections notifies the registrant’s former state of the change.

It is against the law to remove anyone from the voter registration rolls until they have skipped voting in 2 election cycles. After that, one should check one’s status and re-register if necessary. Check voting status by calling Hawaii County Office of Elections at 961-8277 or 323-4400.

Voting in Hawaii is mostly by mail. All registered voters will receive a ballot at the address on their voter registration approximately 18 days before an election. Registration should be completed or updated early enough to allow for ballot preparation and U.S. mail delivery.

For those needing assistance in voting, County Election Divisions will open voter service centers 10 business days before Election Day during regular business hours, with extended hours on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. through the close of voting at 7:00 p.m.  At these sites, voters may vote in person. It is best to register ahead of time, but it is possible to register and vote Election Day at the service center.

Drop boxes for return of mailed ballots will be available at various secure locations through the close of voting on Election Day.

VOTER REGISTRATION

• Keep your voter registration current. If you move, update your registration. Be sure to include both your physical address as well as your mailing address if it is different.
• Registration and updating may be done:
  • Online at olvr.hawaii.gov with a Hawaii State ID or driver’s license;
  • In person at County Election Division sites and voter service centers;
  • In person when obtaining a driver’s license or Hawaii State ID.
    Reminder: If you will not be at home during the election period, request an absentee ballot in plenty of time so you can receive the ballot at another address.