Register to Vote or Request Absentee Ballot by Oct. 24
TL;DR: Chesterfield County voters must register or apply for an absentee ballot by 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, to participate in the November General Election.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County, Virginia residents
- What: Deadline to register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot for the November General Election
- When: 5 p.m., Friday, October 24, 2025
- Where: Chesterfield County, Virginia
The story
Chesterfield County residents who plan to vote in the November General Election must meet the October 24 deadline to either register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot. The deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, October 24. Voters who miss this deadline will be unable to participate in the election, making it critical to submit applications in advance to allow adequate processing time.
Residents can register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot through multiple methods. Online registration and absentee applications are available through the Virginia Department of Elections portal at vote.elections.virginia.gov. Paper registration applications can be downloaded, picked up at the General Registrar's Office at 9848 Lori Road in Chesterfield, or obtained at public libraries and DMV offices. Applications may also be submitted by mail to P.O. Box 1690, Chesterfield, VA 23832-1690, or by email to Registrar@chesterfield.gov. The office emphasizes that applications must be received or postmarked no later than the deadline.
The General Registrar's Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will also be open the two Saturdays before the election during the same hours. Voters with questions can reach the office at 804-748-1471. Those applying for absentee ballots should note that absentee voting begins 45 days before each election, giving voters a window to request and receive ballots by mail.
Key players
- General Registrar's Office, Chesterfield County: Administers voter registration and absentee ballot applications
- Virginia Department of Elections: Provides online voter registration and absentee ballot application portals
Key dates
- 2025-10-24: Deadline to register to vote or apply for absentee ballot (5 p.m.)
- 2025-11-04: Election Day (November General Election)
The case for
Early registration and absentee applications ensure voters don't lose their right to participate due to a missed deadline, accommodate people with scheduling conflicts or mobility challenges, and reduce lines at polling places on Election Day.
The case against
A registration deadline can disenfranchise eligible voters who learn of elections too late or face bureaucratic barriers to registration, particularly in historically underrepresented communities; some argue same-day registration would expand access.
Why it matters: Missing the October 24 deadline means Chesterfield residents cannot vote in the November General Election. Advance planning ensures all eligible voters can participate without last-minute obstacles.
Places
Development timeline
- 2025-10-24Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Deadline: Last day to register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot for the November General Election; deadline is 5 p.m. [[source]](https://www.chesterfield.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/6712)
- 2025-11-04November General Election: Election Day in Chesterfield County for the November General Election. [[source]](https://www.chesterfield.gov/707/Voting-and-Registering-to-Vote)
Related links
- Chesterfield County Voting and Registering to Vote
- General Registrar's Office, Chesterfield County
- Virginia Voter Information Portal
- Virginia Department of Elections
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Sources
- Last Day to Register to Vote and/or to Apply for an Absentee Ballot is Oct. 24 - Chesterfield County, VA
- Voting and Registering to Vote - Chesterfield County, VA
- General Registrar - Chesterfield County, VA
- Virginia Voter Information Portal