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How to register to vote in Columbia, SC

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Let’s get down to business, Columbia – the general election is just around the corner (Nov. 3, to be exact) + the last day to register to vote online is Sun., Oct. 4.

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We know, registering to vote (or just checking to make sure you’re registered) sounds like one more thing to add to your never-ending to-do list, so, to help make the process a little easier, we’re teaming up with the Richland County Supervisor of Elections Office to collaborate on a Voter Registration Bank. 🗳️

This means, today from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., you can contact the Richland County Supervisor of Elections at 803-576-1517 to:

  • Get help on registering to vote
  • Ask questions about voting
  • Update your address
  • Learn how to become an election worker
  • Find out how voting will be different this year because of COVID-19
  • Find out more about absentee voting + absentee by mail

☑️ The last day to register to vote in-person in South Carolina is Oct. 2.

☑️ To register by mail, the form must be postmarked by Mon., Oct. 5.

☑️ The last day to register to vote online in South Carolina is Sun., Oct. 4.

You can register online to vote at the South Carolina Election Commission website + find voter registration paperwork throughout the county – including city halls, libraries, and chambers of commerce.

...and if you’re unsure who to vote for, or how to vote, check out our guide + see which candidates your views align with.

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