Curbside voting is an accessibility accommodation that may allow an eligible registered voter to complete the in-person voting process from a vehicle outside a voting location.



It is intended for a voter who cannot safely or practically enter the building because of a disability or physical limitation.



Instead of requiring the voter to enter the check-in area, election workers come to the vehicle. They confirm the voter’s registration and identification, provide the appropriate ballot, protect the voter’s privacy, and return the completed ballot according to the location’s procedures.



Curbside voting remains in-person voting. The same registration and identification requirements generally apply.

What Is Curbside Voting in Arizona?

A voter may request curbside assistance when a disability or physical condition prevents the voter from entering the voting location.



Examples may include a voter who:



&#8211; Uses a mobility device and cannot navigate the available route



&#8211; Cannot safely leave a vehicle



&#8211; Has difficulty standing or walking



&#8211; Has a temporary injury



&#8211; Experiences severe pain or fatigue when moving



&#8211; Has a health condition that makes entering the building unsafe



&#8211; Encounters an unexpected accessibility barrier at the site



A disability does not need to be visible. Treat the request as an accessibility matter and explain what assistance you need.



Contact your county elections office before Election Day if you have questions about whether curbside voting is offered at your intended location.

Who Can Request Curbside Voting?

Do not assume that every Arizona voting location offers the same curbside procedure.



Arizona election guidance recognizes curbside voting as a possible accommodation and says it should be made available whenever practicable. Actual availability, notification methods, parking arrangements, and worker procedures may vary by county and location.



Before traveling, ask the county elections office:



Does this location provide curbside voting?



Is curbside service available during all voting hours?



Where should the vehicle park?



Is there a designated accessible parking space?



What number should the voter call on arrival?



Is there a call button, intercom, or posted sign?



What should the voter do if no worker responds?



Can another nearby location provide the service more easily?



If the selected location cannot provide curbside voting, ask for another accessible voting option.

Is Curbside Voting Available at Every Arizona Location?

The process generally follows three steps:



&#8211; Alert an election worker that you need curbside voting.



&#8211; Complete registration and identification check-in from the vehicle.



&#8211; Mark and return the ballot under the workers’ instructions.



The details vary by county, but knowing this basic sequence can make the visit easier.



Do not begin marking any ballot until the election workers explain the location’s process and provide the official materials.

How Do You Vote Curbside in Three Steps?

When you arrive, look for curbside-voting signs, an accessible parking space, a telephone number, call button, or other instructions.



You may alert the voting location by:



&#8211; Calling the number posted outside



&#8211; Using a call button or intercom



&#8211; Asking a companion to enter and notify an election worker



&#8211; Speaking with an election worker stationed outside



&#8211; Calling the county elections office for assistance



Tell the worker:



&#8211; That a voter is waiting in a vehicle



&#8211; That the voter cannot enter because of a disability or physical limitation



&#8211; The location of the vehicle



&#8211; The vehicle’s make, model, and color if requested



&#8211; Whether the voter needs any additional accommodation



The companion should not take the voter’s identification or sensitive registration information inside unless an election worker specifically requests a permitted step. The voter will ordinarily need to participate in check-in.

Step 1: Alert an Election Worker

Election workers will come to the vehicle and follow the required check-in process.



The voter may need to:



State or write their name and residence address



Present accepted identification



Confirm the voter registration record



Explain a recent name or address change



Sign a paper roster, electronic pollbook, or other authorized check-in record



Confirm that an early ballot was not already returned



Keep identification and any supporting address documents accessible before the workers arrive.



Arizona allows several ways to satisfy its in-person identification requirement. Review <a href="https://www.tpaction.com/arizona-voter-id-what-to-bring-to-vote-2026"> Arizona voter ID requirements and what to bring</a> before traveling.



If the registration record cannot be found or another issue arises, election workers should explain whether a provisional or conditional provisional ballot is required.

Step 2: Complete Check-In From the Vehicle

After check-in, election workers provide the correct ballot and instructions.



The workers should take steps to preserve the voter’s privacy. A voter who needs help marking the ballot may request assistance under Arizona’s voting-assistance procedures.



When marking the ballot:



&#8211; Read the instructions carefully.



&#8211; Use the writing instrument provided or approved by the workers.



&#8211; Keep the ballot private from people who are not assisting you.



&#8211; Review the ballot before returning it.



&#8211; Tell the workers before submission if you make an unintended mark.



&#8211; Follow the workers’ instructions for placing the ballot in a privacy folder or envelope.



The completed ballot is returned to the voting location using the county’s authorized process. Do not ask an unauthorized person to carry an exposed completed ballot.

Step 3: Mark and Return the Ballot

Some Arizona counties use two election workers for curbside voting so registration, ballot handling, assistance, and ballot return can be completed under established safeguards.



The exact staffing procedure may vary by county and location. Follow the instructions supplied by the local elections office.



If only one person approaches without clear election-worker identification, ask the person to identify themselves and explain the process. You may call the voting location or county elections office if anything appears unclear.



Do not hand a completed ballot to an unknown person in a parking area.

Will Two Election Workers Come to the Vehicle?

Yes. A family member, caregiver, friend, or other companion can enter the voting location and tell an election worker that a voter outside needs curbside assistance.



The companion should provide enough information for workers to find the vehicle but should not answer personal eligibility or registration questions on the voter’s behalf unless an authorized accommodation permits it.



The voter will generally need to:



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Present identification</li>



<li>Confirm registration information</li>



<li>Sign the required check-in record</li>



<li>Mark the ballot or request permitted assistance</li>
</ul>



A companion may also stay with the voter while waiting. If that person will help mark the ballot, tell the election workers before beginning.

Can a Family Member Request Curbside Voting for You?

Many locations provide a posted number or another method for requesting assistance. Check the accessible parking area, entrance, and curbside signs.



If no number is visible:



&#8211; Call the county elections office.



&#8211; Ask a companion to notify election workers.



&#8211; Signal an election worker who is already outside.



&#8211; Use the building’s accessible call button if one is provided.



Do not repeatedly sound the vehicle horn unless there is an emergency. It may not clearly communicate that a voter needs assistance.



Save the county’s official phone number before leaving home. That provides a backup if signs are missing or difficult to read.

Can You Call From Your Vehicle?

You may still request curbside voting without a companion.



Park in the designated area if one exists and use the posted contact method. If no method is visible, call the county elections office and provide your exact location.



Tell the office:



The name of the voting location



The street address



Where the vehicle is parked



A description of the vehicle



That you need curbside voting assistance



Whether you need another accommodation



If you cannot reach anyone, remain in a safe place and continue trying the official number. Do not attempt a route into the building that appears unsafe.

What If You Arrive Alone?

No. Curbside voting and ballot-by-mail voting are different methods.



With curbside voting:



&#8211; You travel to a voting location.



&#8211; Election workers check you in.



&#8211; You present in-person identification.



&#8211; You receive and complete the ballot at the location.



&#8211; Workers return the ballot through the site’s authorized process.



With ballot-by-mail voting:



&#8211; The county sends a ballot to the voter.



&#8211; The voter completes it away from a voting location.



&#8211; The voter signs the ballot affidavit envelope.



&#8211; The ballot is returned by mail, official drop box, or another permitted method.



Curbside voting is an in-person accessibility accommodation. It is not a way to request that election workers deliver a ballot to any parked vehicle away from an authorized voting location.

Is Curbside Voting the Same as Voting by Mail?

Yes. Because curbside voting is an in-person process, prepare to present identification that satisfies Arizona’s requirements.



You may generally use:



One accepted photo ID showing your name and an address that reasonably matches your registration



Two different accepted non-photo documents showing your name and matching address



An accepted combination of photo identification and an address document



If your photo ID shows a former address, bring a qualifying document showing the address in your voter registration record.



Keep the documents together and within reach. A companion can help organize them, but election workers must review the voter’s identification.

Do You Need Identification for Curbside Voting?

Do not leave without asking the workers to search again.



Provide:



&#8211; Your current legal name



&#8211; A former or maiden name



&#8211; Your current residential address



&#8211; Your previous registered address



&#8211; Your date of birth



The workers should also confirm that the location serves your registration. In a county using assigned polling places, you may be at the wrong precinct. In a vote-center county, another countywide location may offer the same voting services.



If the record cannot be resolved, ask about a provisional ballot and whether it can be completed curbside.

What If Your Registration Cannot Be Found?

Tell the election workers that you need ballot-marking assistance.



A voter may request help because of a disability or an inability to read or write. Assistance may be provided through the location’s trained workers or by a person selected by the voter, subject to applicable restrictions.



The person assisting should follow the voter’s directions, protect the voter’s privacy, and avoid influencing any selection.



Curbside voting does not remove the voter’s right to accessible assistance. The workers should explain the available options, including accessible voting equipment inside the location if the voter can and chooses to use it.

What If You Need Help Marking the Ballot?

An accessible entrance does not always eliminate the need for curbside assistance. A voter may be unable to leave the vehicle even when the building itself meets accessibility requirements.



Explain your limitation to the election worker. Do not feel required to attempt a route that is unsafe for you.



If curbside voting is unavailable, ask what other reasonable accommodation can be provided. Options may include assistance reaching the entrance, seating while waiting, expedited access when permitted, or use of accessible voting equipment.

What If the Location Has an Accessible Entrance?

The process may take longer than standard indoor check-in because workers must travel between the check-in area and the vehicle while maintaining the required ballot-handling procedures.



Time may depend on:



The number of voters waiting



Distance between the vehicle and check-in area



Worker availability



Registration or identification questions



Whether a provisional ballot is required



The time needed to mark the ballot



Additional accessibility assistance



Calling ahead may help the county explain where to park and how to alert workers. It does not create a guaranteed appointment time.



Allow enough time to complete the full process before the voting location closes.

How Long Does Curbside Voting Take?

Arizona Election Day voting locations close at 7:00 p.m. Do not wait until the last few minutes to request curbside assistance.



When possible:



&#8211; Arrive well before closing.



&#8211; Park in the designated area.



&#8211; Contact election workers immediately.



&#8211; Record the time you requested assistance.



&#8211; Remain at the vehicle unless instructed otherwise.



If you are uncertain whether your curbside request has placed you in the official voting queue, ask an election worker. Do not assume that sitting in the parking lot by 7:00 p.m. is the same as being in the recognized line.

What If You Arrive Close to 7 PM?

Confirm the process with your county elections office, especially if curbside voting is necessary for you to participate.



Ask about:



Curbside availability at the selected location



The notification method



Accessible parking



Location hours



Expected identification



Additional accommodations



Alternative accessible locations



Then:



Verify your voter registration.



Gather identification and backup documents.



Save the location’s address and phone number.



Arrange transportation.



Bring any mobility or medical items you need.



Allow additional time.



Use <a href="https://www.tpaction.com/Vote"> Register to Vote</a> to check your information and complete a <a href="https://www.tpaction.com/plan"> plan to vote</a> that includes the accommodation you need.

How Should You Prepare Before Leaving Home?

Before you go:



&#8211; Confirm that the location offers curbside voting.



&#8211; Verify your registration and address.



&#8211; Gather accepted identification.



&#8211; Save the county elections phone number.



&#8211; Identify the designated parking area.



&#8211; Arrange for a companion if helpful.



When you arrive:



&#8211; Park safely in the designated area.



&#8211; Use the posted notification method.



&#8211; Tell workers what assistance you need.



&#8211; Complete check-in from the vehicle.



&#8211; Follow ballot-privacy instructions.



&#8211; Return the ballot only to authorized workers.



Curbside voting may provide an accessible way to vote without leaving your vehicle, but the procedure and availability can vary. Confirm the service before Election Day, prepare your identification, and ask the county about an alternative if the selected site cannot provide it.



Start by checking your registration and location through <a href="https://www.tpaction.com/Vote"> Register to Vote</a>.



Get involved by helping Arizona residents find practical voter registration and accessible-voting information. Visit <a href="https://www.tpaction.com/getinvolved"> Get Involved</a> to learn more.

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