How to Change Your Name on Your New Jersey Voter Registration

Once your name change is official, it’s essential to update your voter registration in New Jersey to ensure you’re eligible to vote in upcoming elections. This guide explains how to update your voter record, when to do it, and how your voting district might be affected.

Click here for our complete guide on how to change your name in New Jersey.

How to Update Your Voter Registration After a Name Change

1. Download the Voter Registration Application
   • Available at the NJ Division of Elections or your county election office
2. Complete the Form
   • Fill in your new legal name
   • Check the box indicating it’s a name change (not a new registration)
3. Submit the Application
   • Mail or deliver it in person to your County Commissioner of Registration

Deadlines and Tips

• Must be received at least 21 days before an election to vote under your new name
• If you moved and changed your name, update your address at the same time

Why It Matters

• If your name doesn’t match your ID, you may encounter issues at polling places
• Ensures accurate voter rolls and access to mail-in ballots

Always verify your updated registration through the State Voter Information Portal before election day