Can i vote by mail in kansas

Yes, Kansas allows voters to cast their ballots by mail, also known as absentee voting. Here are the details:

Who can vote by mail in Kansas?

Any registered voter in Kansas can request an absentee ballot, but you must meet one of the following criteria:

  1. Be 65 years of age or older
  2. Have a disability
  3. Be absent from your county of residence on Election Day
  4. Be unable to vote in person due to illness or physical disability
  5. Be a member of the military or overseas citizen
  6. Be a student or work outside of your county of residence

How to request an absentee ballot in Kansas:

  1. Fill out the Absentee Ballot Application (Form 8) and submit it to your county election office. You can download the form from the Kansas Secretary of State's website or pick one up from your local election office.
  2. You can also request an absentee ballot online through the Kansas Secretary of State's website.
  3. Make sure to sign and date the application.

When to request an absentee ballot:

You can request an absentee ballot up to 11 days before the election. For example, if the election is on November 8, you can request an absentee ballot by November 27.

How to return your absentee ballot:

  1. Fill out the ballot and return it to your county election office by mail or in person.
  2. Make sure to sign and date the ballot envelope.
  3. The ballot must be received by the county election office by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day.

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Remember to check with your county election office for any specific requirements or deadlines, as they may vary.