Washington Primary Guide

The Washington Democratic primary takes place on Tuesday, March 10th and all registered Washington voters may participate. You can even register to vote on Election Day - just make sure to show up!

Voting centers and drop boxes close at 8:00 PM. You do not need a photo ID to cast a vote.

Can I participate even if I’m not a registered Democrat?

Yes! Democrats, Independents, and Republican voters in Washington may participate in the Democratic Primary.

Can I register on Election Day?

Yes, you can! On Election Day, you can register to vote and turn in your ballot at your county auditor or elections office. Find out where you can register to vote on Election Day here.

How can I turn in my ballot?

Your ballot must be postmarked by March 10th to count. You can also turn in your completed ballots at voting centers and ballot drop boxes. Find yours here.

Do I need photo ID to vote on Tuesday?

No, photo ID is not required to vote in the March 2020 Primary Election.

Who will appear on the ballot?

The Washington primary ballot will include several candidates who’ve withdrawn from the race. Here’s a list of active candidates who will appear on the primary ballot:

• Joe Biden

• Tulsi Gabbard

• Bernie Sanders

What is a primary? How is it different from the caucuses that have taken place in Iowa and Nevada?

The Washington primary process is much more straightforward than the caucuses that took place in other states. Participants simply go to their standard polling location and vote for their candidate of choice. The experience is very similar to participating in a general election.

I have other questions about the process. Can you help?

Sure! Email us at info@centeractionnow.org and we will do our best to help. Washington’s Secretary of State also maintains an extensive FAQ page that may be helpful.