Federal Post Card Application - FPCA - Request an Absentee Ballot and Register to Vote

Sep 18, 2026

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Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) form for absent Uniformed Service members, their families, and U.S. citizens residing outside the United States. Used to register to vote, request an absentee ballot, and update contact information, with state-specific guidance referenced at FVAP.gov. Instructions cover eligibility questions, personal details, U.S. address for determining absentee voting eligibility, mailing/forwarding address, party preference for primaries, required additional identity details for certain states, and a perjury statement requiring completion and signature.

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Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Request

Federal Post Card Application (FPCA)

1. Who are you?

2. Your U.S. address

5. Preferences for upcoming elections

6. Additional required information

7. Read and sign this statement

Instructions for completing and returning the form

# Voter Registration andAbsentee Ballot Request This form is for absent Uniformed Service members,their families,and citizens residing outside the UnitedStates.It is used to register to vote,request anabsentee ballot,and update your contact information.See your state's guidelines at FVAP.gov. # Federal Post Card Application(FPCA) Print clearly in blue or black ink,please see back for instructions. ## 1.Who are you?Pick one. I request an absentee □ I am on active duty in the Uniformed Services or Merchant Marine -OR-□ I am an eligible spouse or dependent.ballot for all electionsin which I am eligible□ I am a U.S.citizen living outside the country,and I intend to return. □ I am a U.S.citizen living outside the country,and my intent to return is uncertain. to vote AND: | Last name | | Suffix(Jr.,II) | □ Mr. □ Miss
□ Mrs.□Ms. | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | First name | | Previous names(if applicable) | | | Middle name | | Birth date(MM/DD/YYYY) | | | Number:
I have a valid state issued Driver's License(DL)or state ID(SID):State:: | | | | I do not have a valid state DL or SID.The last 4 digits of my Social Security Number (SSN)are(see section 6):I do not have a state DL or SID;I have not been issued an SSN.I haveType:reviewed my state specific instructions and provide the following document orgovernment-issued identification such as a US Passport,Military IdentificationCard,etc.(see 1a on other side of form).Number: 2.What is your address in the U.S.state or territory where you are registering to vote and requesting an absentee ballot?Your mailing address.-Different from aboveYour mai forwarding address -If different from mailing addressProvide the country code and area code with your phone and fax number.Do not use a Defense Switched Network(DSN)number.Email:Phone:Alternate email:Fax: | Your voting materials will not be sent to this address.See instructions on the other side of form. | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Street address | Apt\# | | | | City,town,village | | State | | | County | ZIP | | | ## 5.What are your preferences for upcoming elections? A.How do you want to receive □ Mail B.What is your political party voting materials from your Email or online □ for primary elections? election office?(Select One) Fax ## 6.What additional information must you provide? New Mexico,Tennessee,and Virginia require a full SSN -write in the space below.Puerto Rico and Vermont require more information,seeback for instructions.Additional state guidelines may be found at FVAP.gov.You may also use this space to clarify your voter information. ## 7.You must read and sign this statement. I swear or affirm,under penalty of perjury,that: ■ The information on this form is true,acurate,and complete to the best of my knowledge.I understand that a material misstatement of fact incompletion of this document may constitute grounds for conviction of perjury. ■ I am a U.S.citizen,at least 18 years of age (or will be by the day of the election),eligible to vote in the requested jurisdiction,and ■ I am not disqualified to vote due to having been convicted of a felony or other disqualifying offense,nor have I been adjudicated mentallyincompetent;or if so,my voting rights have been reinstated;and ■ I am not registering,requesting a ballot,or voting in any other jurisdiction in the United States,except the jurisdiction cited in this voting form. ## You can vote wherever you are. 1.Fill out your form completely and accurately. a.Section 1 Requirements:If you select this option,you may becontacted by your Local Election Department for additionalinformation after your application is received. b.Section 2 Requirements:Your U.S.address is used to determinewhere you are eligible to vote absentee.For military voters,it isusually your last address in your state of legal residence.Foroverseas citizens,it is usually the last place you lived before m

FAQs

Who can use the FPCA form?

Absent Uniformed Service members, their families, and U.S. citizens residing outside the United States can use it to register and request an absentee ballot.

What address information must be provided in Section 2?

A U.S. address (state/territory) is required to determine eligibility for absentee voting; do not use a PO Box in Section 2. If mail cannot be received, provide a mailing forwarding address.

What must the applicant do in Section 7?

Read and sign the statement swearing or affirming, under penalty of perjury, that the provided information is true and that the applicant meets eligibility and jurisdiction requirements.

Sep 18, 2026

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