Where to Vote

Vote Early or on Election Day

California law allows voters to cast their ballot during the 29-day period prior to Election Day and on Election Day. You may cast your ballot via mail or vote in person on paper or using the ballot marking tablet. Each Vote Center will contain English, Spanish, and Chinese ballots as well as a reference ballot in Burmese, Filipino, Hindi, Japanese, and Korean for certain precincts.

Ballot Drop-Off Boxes - 24-Hours

You can drop off your ballot at any Ballot Drop-off box in San Mateo County, including the locations below.

City Hall - Outdoor Ballot Drop Box

Walk-Up in front of the steps of City Hall (Grand Avenue)

24- Hour Outdoor Ballot Drop Boxes

Drive-Thru ballot drop-off boxes are a great way to deliver your ballot without having to stop at a Vote Center. Visit any of the two 24-Hour Drop boxes listed below to return your completed ballot.

City Hall (rear parking lot), Miller Avenue

Vote Centers

Remember you can go to any Vote Center in San Mateo County to:

  • Vote on an accessible voting machine or paper ballot
  • Access multilingual election materials and receive assistance from English, Spanish, Chinese, Filipino, or Korean-speaking staff
  • Drop off your ballot
  • Receive a replacement ballot

Find your Closest Vote Center and/or Ballot Drop Box Location