Vermont

Vermont offers in-person, by mail, and online voter registration. It also has election-day voter registration. Unlike several other states with election day registration, there is no interim period between election day and an arbitrary date to the election where registration is paused. Vermont mails a ballot to its active registered voters and operates a primarily by-mail election system. Functionally, this means that the voter will vote absentee-by-mail by default. Early in-person voting is possible, beginning 45 days before the election. Ballots can be returned by mail or in-person. Finally, Vermont has an open primary system allowing all voters to choose which primary they want to participate in, regardless of political identity.

Yes, it can be. In some states, independent voters face barriers like closed primaries that exclude them unless they change their party registration each election. Others offer open primaries, allowing all voters to participate regardless of party. Some states make registration seamless with same-day options, while others require voters to plan weeks or even months ahead.

Navigating these challenges takes awareness and action—but that’s exactly why the Independent Center exists. We’re here to empower independent voters, break down barriers, and build a movement for real change. Join us and make your voice heard.