The South Carolina Election Commission announced in a press release on Wednesday, September 30 that the deadline to register to vote in the 2026 Statewide General Election is Sunday, October 4, and the State Election Commission (SEC) is encouraging all South Carolinians to make sure their registration is up to date.  To participate in this election, voters must be registered by the deadline.  

How Can I Register?

• Register online at scVOTES.gov (must be received by Sunday, October 4).
• Download a voter registration form from scVOTES.gov. Complete and return the form to your county voter registration office:
  • By fax or email attachment (must be received by Sunday, October 4).
  • By mail (must be postmarked by Monday, October 5).
• Register in person at your county voter registration office (most offices will close at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2 for in-office registrations).

Already Registered? Take a few minutes to make sure your information is current.

• If you have moved from one county to another, you must register in your new county by the deadline to be eligible to vote.
• If you’ve moved within your county or changed your name recently, update your information prior to election day to help ensure a smoother voting experience.

About the South Carolina State Election Commission

The South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC) is the state’s chief election authority, responsible for ensuring all elections are fair, impartial and accessible to every eligible voter. Working in partnership with county election officials, the SEC oversees voter registration, administers approximately 300 elections each year and provides guidance and resources to support secure and consistent election processes statewide. Guided by its mission to ensure every eligible citizen has the opportunity to participate in elections with confidence that every vote counts, the SEC is committed to transparency, integrity and public trust. Learn more at scVOTES.gov.