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The ABS has helped hundreds of Americans participate in the democratic process. 

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On Nov. 5, Americans will elect a president, vice president, 34 senators, 435 representatives, and 13 governors. Photo: ABS volunteers register voters at Grengates School In Naucalpan de Juárez. 

For the November 5, 2024 general elections we are ready to help you

 

 

Our experienced staff and volunteers trained with the Federal Voter Assistance Program. We work in cooperation with the United States Embassy Mexico City. The ABS provides one-on-one voter assistance by phone, email, Zoom, in-person at Christ Church and at public events.

 

All assistance is provided regardless of your political preference.

Register to vote and request an absentee ballot

 With just one form you can register to vote AND request your absentee ballot.

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It's called the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), and it's recognized in all states and territories.

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All you have to do is go to fvap.gov and follow the instructions.

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In most states you can return the FPCA electronically by email or fax. If you don't have a fax machine you can email your FPCA to fax@fvap.gov and they will fax it for you.

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ACT EARLY: Absentee ballot request forms (FPCAs) must be printed and mailed in some states, including all of Alabama and New York and parts of Arkansas. For the most up-to-date information about your state or county go to fvap.gov. If you are registering to vote for the first time, you may also need to print and mail your FPCA to Florida, Wisconsin, South Dakota, and Idaho.

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You can drop the FPCA off at the US Embassy to be mailed (instructions). Or give The ABS a call to see if we can help 55 5540 5123.

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You can find postage-paid envelopes at FVAP. Use a glue stick to adhere the postage to your own envelope. No staples or adhesive tape.

Register|Request

Returning your ballot

When you receive your ballot, complete and return it IMMEDIATELY. Law requires that the ballot be ready 45 days before the election. If  you haven't received your ballot by September 21, 2024, contact your local election official as soon as possible.

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You must print and mail your completed ballot if you vote in AR, CT, GA, IA, ID, IL, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, NH, NY, OH, PA, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI and WY.

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WITH MAIL DELAYS AFFECTING MOST OF THE US, YOU SHOULD MAIL YOUR BALLOT WITHIN ONE WEEK OF RECEIVING IT.

 

In these states you have several choices:

 

1. Drop your completed ballot at the US Embassy (instructions). Pre-paid postage available here

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2.  Ship it by overnight carrier such as UPS, FedEx, or DHL. Do not rely upon the Mexican postal system

 

3. Contact The ABS to see how we can help.

 

55 5540 5123 or email info@absmex.org.

Return Ballot

Problem solving

The Federal Voting Assistance Program found that 99% of all overseas ballots that were returned were counted. The closer to Election Day that a ballot is received, the more likely it is to be rejected.

Problems
Step 1: Contact your local election office (LEO)

In our experience most problems are minor and easy to resolve. Most LEOs we have contacted are eager to resolve issues.

 

If your LEO is unhelpful, go to Step 2

Remember, you can always ask The ABS for assistance.

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55 5540 5123

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info@absmex.org

Step 2: Contact the Federal Voting Assistance Program in Washington DC.

FVAP maintains liaisons with every state election office. They are helpful and efficient.

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Email: vote@fvap.gov

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Toll Free from Mexico:

001 800 438 8683 (certain carriers only)

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US Toll Free:

1-800-438-VOTE (8683)

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Still no luck, go to Step 3.​

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Step 3: Use Google to find a voting rights organization in your state, or contact a political campaign or a state political party.
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