Proof of Residency Required for Overseas Civilian Voters
New rules require U.S. citizens living abroad, who are not in the military, to provide proof of a state residence to receive an absentee ballot. If they cannot, they may vote in federal elections in the District of Columbia. These changes will apply to elections held from 2026 onwards.
Key points
Non-military U.S. citizens living overseas must provide a verifiable mailing address in a state (their own or a close family member's) to get an absentee ballot.
If proof of state residency is not provided, the voter can cast a ballot in federal elections for the District of Columbia.
These new requirements do not apply to active uniformed services voters and take effect for elections held in 2026 and beyond.
Status:
Introduced
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