Thursday, March 5, 2026

Question: At what age does North Carolina allow voter preregistration?

Answer: North Carolina’s voter preregistration age starts at 16. Any 16- or 17-year-old may preregister to vote. Their registration becomes active when they turn 18, provided they meet other eligibility requirements. Full registration and voting eligibility begin at 18 (though 17-year-olds may vote in a primary if they will turn 18 by the general election).