Many states allow faxed and emailed ballot returns. Please read all of your ballot instructions, check the map, and confirm with your state guide before sending.
Five states — AK, CA, FL, LA, and OK — allow overseas voters to return ballots by fax. Louisiana voters must email their local election office for permission to fax ballots home. Some voters will receive an oath or certification. Some may have a cover letter. Please fax/email all materials with your ballot and FWABs.
1️⃣ Photograph or scan your ballot and any required materials as an email attachment. If you did not receive a cover letter with your ballot, confirm with your local election officials that you may still use the form available on the FVAP site: fvap.gov/uploads/FVAP/Forms/coversheet.pdf.
2️⃣ Faxing doesn’t require a machine - it’s now an upload/email! 👇
📲 There are several commercial services available, with free or inexpensive paid options. Search for internet-based services, like HelloFax, FaxZero, eFax, or FaxPlus. Alternatively, use a fax app. Search your app store for options. CocoFax, Ring Central, and GeniusFax are a few popular choices.
❌ Please note that the free FVAP fax service was cancelled by the federal government in 2025. Spread the word: all voters should send completed cover letters and ballots using an alternate fax service, as listed above.
3️⃣ It is recommended that all voters email their election officials to obtain written confirmation of ballot receipt, even if they have confirmation of transmission.
No ballot yet? No problem! Contact your clerk and mail the backup: Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB)
