Check Your Status
One link. Two minutes. Peace of mind.
If you haven't voted in four years, your registration may be marked inactive. That doesn't mean you can't vote. It means there's one extra step — and we'll walk you through it.
Step 1 — Look It Up
Check your registration on the official Alabama Secretary of State site.
You'll need your name and date of birth. The site will tell you if you're active, inactive, or not currently registered.
Note: This link takes you to an external government site.
What You'll See
Three possible answers. All of them are workable.
ACTIVE
You're good.
You're registered and active. Confirm your polling place, mark Election Day on your calendar, and bring a friend.
Find Your Polling PlaceINACTIVE
One step to go.
Your registration is paused after four years of not voting in your county. Update your information to get back on the rolls.
Update Your AddressNOT FOUND
Let's register.
You're not currently registered in Alabama. It takes about five minutes online and you'll be set for 2026.
Register to VoteCommon Questions
Plain answers, no runaround.
Don't see your question? Reach out — a real person responds.
I moved. Am I still registered?
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If you moved within the same county, your registration usually moves with you — but you should update your address. If you moved to a new county, you'll need to re-register at your new address.
What does 'inactive' actually mean?
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It means your local board of registrars marked you inactive after four years of not voting in your county. You're still in the system. You just need to confirm your address to be moved back to active status.
Do I need a photo ID to vote?
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Yes. Alabama requires a valid photo ID at the polls. Driver's license, passport, military ID, employee ID, student ID, and several others count. If you don't have one, you can get a free Alabama Voter ID from the Secretary of State.
Can I vote by mail?
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Alabama allows absentee voting if you have a qualifying reason (work, illness, age 65+, distance, etc.). Applications must be submitted ahead of Election Day — check current deadlines on the Secretary of State site.
Is Reach the 619 a political party?
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No. We are nonpartisan and 501(c)(3) compliant. We don't promote candidates or parties. We help people register, get back on the rolls, and understand the issues.
Pass it on. REMIND A FRIEND.
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