Register To Vote
Register to Vote in Bexar County
If you’re a U.S. citizen living in Bexar County and you’ll be 18 or older by Election Day, you can register to vote — and it’s free. This page walks you through every way to register, what you’ll need, and what to expect after you apply.
Next Registration Deadline
Monday, April 27, 2026
Register by April 27 to vote in the May 26, 2026 Primary Runoff Election. Texas law requires voter registration 30 days before Election Day. Applications must be postmarked or received by this date.
Already registered? Check your status first.
It takes 30 seconds. Confirm your name, address, and precinct before you register again.
Am I eligible to register?
You’re eligible to register to vote in Bexar County if all of the following are true:
Voter Eligibility Checklist
- You are a U.S. citizen.
- You are a resident of Bexar County (the county you live in, not just one you work or go to school in).
- You are at least 17 years and 10 months old when you submit your application, and you’ll be 18 by Election Day.
- You have not been declared mentally incapacitated by a court of law.
- You are not currently serving a felony sentence (including probation, parole, or supervision) — OR you have fully completed your sentence, OR you’ve been pardoned.
Good news: If you’ve completed your felony sentence — including probation and parole — your right to vote in Texas is automatically restored. You just need to re-register.
How do I register?
Texas does not currently offer fully online voter registration. You can register by mail, in person, or update an existing registration through the Texas DPS. Choose the option that works best for you:
Register by Mail
The simplest way — fill out the state’s postage-paid form and drop it in a mailbox.
- Download and print the form, OR request one be mailed to you
- Fill it out in blue or black ink
- Sign and date it
- Mail to: Bexar County Elections Dept., 1103 S. Frio St., Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78207
Pro tip: The state form has a receipt stub — tear it off and keep it as proof until your voter card arrives.
Register in Person
Drop off or fill out a paper application at any of these locations:
- Bexar County Elections Dept. (1103 S. Frio St., Suite 100)
- Any Bexar County public library
- Texas DPS offices
- Texas Health and Human Services offices
- Most U.S. Post Offices
- With a Volunteer Deputy Registrar (VDR) at community events
Elections Dept. hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Register via Texas DPS
When you apply for, renew, or change the address on your Texas driver’s license or state ID, you can register or update at the same time.
- In person at any DPS office
- Online at Texas.gov when renewing your DL (update only)
- Check the “register to vote” box during your transaction
Note: Online DPS transactions can update an existing registration, but Texas does not yet offer fully online new-voter registration.
What you’ll need to fill out the form
Have these ready before you start:
- Your full legal name — as it appears on your ID.
- Your Bexar County home address — where you actually live. A P.O. box does not count.
- Your mailing address — only if it’s different from your home address.
- Your date of birth.
- One ID number: your Texas driver’s license or state ID number, or the last 4 digits of your Social Security number (if you don’t have a TX DL/ID), or a checkbox indicating you have neither.
- Your signature. Electronic signatures are not accepted on paper applications — you must sign the printed form by hand.
What happens after you register
Texas requires county registrars to process applications within set timelines. Here’s what to expect:
Within a few days
Your application is received and logged by the Bexar County Elections Department. If something is incomplete or illegible, they may contact you.
Within 30 days
You receive your orange Voter Registration Certificate in the mail. This is your voter card — it lists your name, address, precinct, and Voter Unique Identifier (VUID). You don’t need to bring it to the polls, but it’s useful to keep.
30 days after submission
Your registration becomes effective. You can now vote in any election where the registration deadline has passed.
Every two years
You’ll receive a new voter card in the mail by January. If it doesn’t arrive, your registration may be in “suspense” status — check with the Elections Dept. right away.
Your situation: updates & special cases
Registering or updating your registration looks a little different depending on your circumstances. Start with the update rules, then find the card below that matches your situation.
Already registered? Here’s when to update.
Your registration follows you within Texas, but you must update it any time your name, address, or mailing address changes. If you’ve moved to Bexar County from another Texas county, or moved within Bexar County, you need to update.
You need to update your registration if:
- You’ve moved — even to the next street over.
- You changed your name (marriage, divorce, legal change).
- Your voter card was returned as undeliverable.
- You want to correct a typo or fix missing info.
You can update your registration the same three ways you register: by mail, in person, or through DPS when renewing your license online. Learn more about updating your registration →
Special situations
Find the card that matches your circumstances for tailored guidance:
🎓 College students
You can register in the county where you actually live — either your school address or your home address. You only get to pick one. Living in a dorm counts as Bexar County residence.
VoteTexas student guide →⚔️ Military & overseas voters
Active-duty military, their dependents, and U.S. citizens overseas can register and request ballots through the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA).
FVAP.gov →🔒 Returning citizens
If you’ve completed a felony sentence in Texas — including any probation or parole — your voting rights are automatically restored. You just need to re-register using the normal form.
Eligibility details →🏠 No fixed address
You do not need a traditional home address to register. You can describe where you usually stay (shelter, intersection, park) on the form. A mailing address — like a friend’s house, P.O. box, or shelter — is used for your voter card.
Contact Bexar Elections →💻 Recently moved to Texas
You must be a resident of Bexar County (no minimum days required) and meet all other eligibility rules. Once your registration is effective (30 days later), you can vote in any Texas election.
New-to-Texas info →♿️ Voters with disabilities
You can request assistance filling out your form, and mark a disability on your registration to receive accessible ballot formats. Curbside and fully accessible voting is available at every Bexar County polling site.
Accessibility resources →Help others register: Become a Volunteer Deputy Registrar
Registered voters are one of the biggest drivers of local participation in Bexar County. If you want to help your neighbors, coworkers, classmates, or congregation register to vote, the state of Texas has a program for you.
Want to register your neighbors, coworkers, or students?
Texas law allows certified Volunteer Deputy Registrars (VDRs) to accept completed voter registration applications directly from other Bexar County residents. VDRs are a cornerstone of voter outreach in Bexar County, especially on college campuses, at naturalization ceremonies, and at community events.
Who makes a great VDR?
Anyone who spends time around people who might not be registered yet — and wants to do something about it.
🎓 Student leaders & educators
Campus organizers, student gov reps, teachers, and counselors who can reach first-time voters during class, club meetings, or orientation.
🏛 Faith & community leaders
Pastors, deacons, nonprofit staff, and neighborhood association board members who regularly gather residents together.
👥 Civic-minded neighbors
Anyone who wants to staff a registration table at farmers markets, libraries, naturalization ceremonies, or block parties.
Common myths, real facts
Misinformation about voter registration spreads fast. Here’s the truth behind the most common misconceptions in Texas:
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my registration went through?
You’ll receive an orange Voter Registration Certificate in the mail within 30 days. You can also check your status anytime at the Texas Secretary of State’s “Am I Registered?” portal.
Can I register to vote at 17?
Yes — if you’ll be at least 17 years and 10 months old on the day you submit your application and you’ll turn 18 by Election Day. Your registration won’t be effective until you’re 18.
I just moved. Do I have to re-register?
It depends on where you moved:
Within Bexar County: Submit a change-of-address notice — a new registration isn’t required.
From another Texas county: Update your registration with Bexar County’s Elections Dept.
From another state: You need to register fresh in Texas as a new voter.
Do I need to show ID when I register?
No. You only need to write an ID number (Texas DL/ID or last 4 of your SSN) on the form. You’ll show photo ID later when you vote. If you don’t have either, check the “none” box and you’ll still be able to register.
What’s a Volunteer Deputy Registrar?
A VDR is a Bexar County resident who has completed free training and is certified to accept completed voter registration applications from others. They’re often the people running registration tables at libraries, naturalization ceremonies, community events, and campus drives. Anyone can become one — including you.
Is there a cost to register to vote?
No. Voter registration in Texas is completely free. The state form is postage-paid. If anyone asks you to pay to register, it’s a scam.
Can I pick a political party when I register?
No. Texas does not have partisan voter registration. You don’t register as a Democrat, Republican, or any other party. Instead, you choose which party’s primary you want to vote in on Primary Election Day — and your choice only applies to that election cycle.
What happens if I register too close to Election Day?
If your application is postmarked or received after the 30-day cutoff, you won’t be eligible to vote in the upcoming election — but your registration will still be processed for the next one.
I lost my voter registration card. What do I do?
You don’t need it to vote. But if you want a replacement, call the Bexar County Elections Dept. at 210-335-VOTE or visit them at 1103 S. Frio St. and they’ll issue a new one. You can also confirm your registration in the Texas SOS portal.