How do I vote in Iowa? Your guide to polling sites, mail-in deadlines, more

With Election Day coming up on Nov. 5, here's your guide for all things related to casting your vote in Iowa. To see guides for other states, click here.

Do I need to register to vote?

Yes, Iowans must register to vote in the upcoming election.

How do I do that?

Yes, Iowans must register to vote in the upcoming election.

What's the deadline?

You must register online by 11:59 p.m. local time on Oct. 21. If you register by mail, your local county auditor must receive your registration form by 5 p.m. on Oct. 21. If you miss the deadline, you can still register to vote at the polls on Nov. 5, but you must bring proof of identity and residency, like a utility bill, lease or paycheck.

Where do I find out where my polling site is?

You can find out where your polling site is located by visiting the website for Iowa’s Secretary of State.

Can I vote by mail?

Yes, voters can request that an absentee ballot be sent to them by mail. The request form must be received by the local county auditor’s office by 5 p.m. by Oct. 21.

What's the latest date I can turn in my ballot?

You have until the polls close on Election Day – Tuesday, Nov. 5. – to return your ballot. Polls close at 8 p.m. local time.

Is there a way I can track my ballot?

You can track your absentee ballot through the Iowa Secretary of State website by providing your name, date of birth and zip code.

What if I need help getting to the polling site?

The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART), the largest public transportation agency in Iowa, has offered free rides to the polls in past elections. Check DART’s website for updates.

Where do I find election results?

USA TODAY will have presidential, congressional and statewide race results updating live here.

Illustrations by Veronica Bravo, USA TODAY

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Iowa voting guide: Polling sites, vote-by-mail deadline, more