How do I register to vote in Philadelphia?

Register online through the Pennsylvania Department of State at pavoterservices.pa.gov. You need to be a US citizen, a resident of your district for at least 30 days before the election, and at least 18 years old on election day.

Can I vote by mail in Pennsylvania?

Yes. Any registered Pennsylvania voter can request a mail ballot without giving a reason. Apply through pavoterservices.pa.gov well before the deadline, and return your ballot in both the secrecy envelope and the outer envelope, signed and dated.

Where is my polling place?

Look up your polling place by address on the Pennsylvania Voter Services site. Polls in Philadelphia are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on election day.

Do I need ID to vote in Pennsylvania?

Only if it is your first time voting at that polling place. A photo ID or a non-photo ID such as a utility bill, bank statement or government check with your name and address will do.

How to vote in Philadelphia

Register, change your party, update your address, request a mail ballot. Everything a Philadelphia voter needs, with the official links.

Democratic primary

May 18, 2027

In Philadelphia the Democratic primary usually decides the Council seat. This is the one that counts.

General election

November 2, 2027

Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Register to vote → Pennsylvania lets you register online in a few minutes. Official Pennsylvania voter services
Check your registration → Moved recently? Make sure your address is current. Official Pennsylvania voter services
Request a mail ballot → Any registered voter in PA can vote by mail, no excuse needed. Official Pennsylvania voter services
Find your polling place → Look it up by address before election day. Official Pennsylvania voter services

Voting questions, answered

How do I register to vote in Philadelphia?: Register online through the Pennsylvania Department of State at pavoterservices.pa.gov. You need to be a US citizen, a resident of your district for at least 30 days before the election, and at least 18 years old on election day.
Can I vote by mail in Pennsylvania?: Yes. Any registered Pennsylvania voter can request a mail ballot without giving a reason. Apply through pavoterservices.pa.gov well before the deadline, and return your ballot in both the secrecy envelope and the outer envelope, signed and dated.
Where is my polling place?: Look up your polling place by address on the Pennsylvania Voter Services site. Polls in Philadelphia are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on election day.
Do I need ID to vote in Pennsylvania?: Only if it is your first time voting at that polling place. A photo ID or a non-photo ID such as a utility bill, bank statement or government check with your name and address will do.

Help your neighbors vote

The single most effective thing you can do is make sure the people on your block are registered and know when election day is.

Election dates and deadlines are set by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Philadelphia City Commissioners. Always confirm against the official sources linked above.