October 01, 2024

Voting from abroad in the state of Arizona


 Key Dates and Information for voting in Arizona elections from overseas

 General Election (Nov 5, 2024):

 - Registration Due by: November 5, 2024
 - Ballot Request Due: November 5, 2024
 - Ballot Return Due: November 5, 2024
 

Can I vote from overseas?
Yes, you should assume that as a US citizen you still retain the right to vote. 
- UOCAVA: The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act applies to U.S. citizens living outside the U.S., including military members and their families. It allows absentee voting for federal offices.
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens who have never lived in the U.S. but have a parent or guardian who was last registered in Georgia can vote in Georgia.
Voting Process for Overseas Citizens key terms.

1. Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)
 - This form allows UOCAVA citizens to register to vote and request absentee ballots.
 - The FPCA should be updated annually or when there's a change of address.
2. Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)
 - A backup option if an absentee ballot isn’t received in time.
 - The FWAB allows voting for federal, state, and local elections.

Important information


What is UOCAVA?

The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act is commonly referred
to as UOCAVA. UOCAVA citizens are U.S. citizens who are active members of
the Uniformed Services, the Merchant Marine, the commissioned corps of the
Public Health Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
their eligible family members and other U.S. citizens residing outside the
United States. The law provides the legal basis for absentee voting
requirements for federal offices.

What is the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)?

 

The FPCA (Federal Standard Form 76) allows _UOCAVA_ citizens to register to
vote and request an absentee ballot. This form is also used to update your
contact information.

What is the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)?

 

The FWAB (Federal Standard Form 186) serves as an emergency backup ballot for
_UOCAVA_ citizens. If you do not receive your absentee ballot from your state
in time to return it to your election official to participate in the election,
use the FWAB.

What is the Prepaid Mail Label 11- DoD?

_Overseas Uniformed Service members_ can use this label for general election
absentee ballots. It provides free express mail service to your election
official for general election absentee ballots. You can request to have a
Prepaid Mail Label 11-DoD applied to your absentee ballot at Military Postal
Office locations (APO/FPO). Keep part of the tracking label to track your
absentee ballot through the U.S. Postal Service.

What is a primary election?

A primary election is an election held before the general election to
determine the candidates that can be placed on the general election ballot.

I am an American citizen, but I have never lived in the U.S., can I vote in
this state?

A U.S. citizen who has never resided in the U.S. and whose parent or legal
guardian is a United States citizen who is registered to vote in Arizona is
eligible to register to vote in Arizona.

I am a National Guardsman activated on state orders; does my state afford me
UOCAVA privileges?

Yes.

How can I check the status of my ballot?

You can check the status of your absentee ballot here: 
https://my.arizona.vote/AbsenteeTracker.aspx

Does my state have any online tools?

You can see if your state has any online tools available here: 
https://www.fvap.gov/arizona