As San Francisco gears up for the 2024 US Election, residents are encouraged to prepare for a vital civic duty: voting. If you’re searching for details about polling places in the city, here’s what you need to know regarding their hours of operation and how to find your voting location.

Polling hours in San Francisco

On Election Day, polling places in San Francisco open at 7:00 AM and close at 8:00 PM. This schedule provides voters with plenty of time to make their voices heard, whether they prefer to vote early in the morning or later in the evening.

Where to vote in San Francisco

To locate your designated polling place, visit the San Francisco Department of Elections website. By entering your address, you can find specific information about your voting location, including any updates that may occur as Election Day approaches.

You can exercise your right to vote at the City Hall Voting Center or at one of the 501 assigned polling places. Here you can check your specific polling location.

In-person voting steps

1. Check in with an elections worker on site

Provide your name and address to the elections worker with the roster.

2. Make ballot language and format choices

If you have no preference, you will get a paper English/Chinese ballot.

3. Go to a ballot-marking area

Take your voting materials to a voting booth or accessible voting station.

4. Cast your ballot

Insert your ballot into the scanning machine at your polling place.

Or, if you received a return envelope, insert your ballot into the envelope. Fill out the envelope and drop it in a ballot box.

On your way out, pick up an “I Voted!” sticker and wear it proudly!

In general, you don’t need to show identification to vote. Only voters who did not provide identification when registering need to either show it or cast a provisional ballot.

Prepare to vote

Being prepared is key. Check your registration status, familiarize yourself with your ballot, and ensure you know how to get to your polling place. With polling hours accommodating various schedules, don’t miss your chance to take part in this important event.

For additional information on voting, including early voting options and what identification to bring on Election Day, visit the San Francisco Department of Elections website. Make your voice count in the 2024 election!