--- title: Registering to Vote in Nevada: Reno and Sparks Residents url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/voter-registration/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving to Reno and Sparks: the complete guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/) - Registering to vote in Nevada # Registering to vote in Nevada To vote in Nevada you must be a U.S. citizen, 18 or older, who has lived in the state and county for 30 days and in your precinct for 10 days before the election (NRS 293.485). You can register online through the state, or in person with Washoe County's Registrar of Voters. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) Voter registration is the errand that waits for the license, and then it is easy to forget. Your old registration does not carry over to Nevada, and an election can arrive while you are still unpacking. This page sets out the residence rules from Nevada law and the places in Washoe County where you can register or check your status. ## Who can register NRS 293.485 says a person is entitled to vote at an election if they are a citizen of the United States, 18 years of age or over, have continuously resided in the state and the county for 30 days and in the precinct for 10 days before the election, and have registered in the manner the chapter provides. The statute also allows registration for people whose 18th birthday or completion of the residence period falls on or before the election. Nevada also lets 17 year olds who have lived in the state for 30 days or longer preregister, and they are deemed registered on their 18th birthday if they meet the voter qualifications then. ## How to register NRS 293.517 lists several ways: by appearing before the county clerk, a field registrar or a voter registration agency, by mailing or delivering an application, with a field registrar at your home, or by submitting an application by computer through the system run by the Secretary of State. The Washoe County Registrar of Voters links to the state's online registration site at registertovote.nv.gov from its Register to Vote page. The county must see official identification as proof of residence and identity, such as a driver's license or another official document. If you register without it, you must provide it before voting in person or by mail, or after casting a provisional ballot. A voter registration card does not count as proof. ## A sensible order after a move - Get your Nevada driver's license; it gives you an official document with your new street address. See [the license page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/drivers-license/). - Register or update your registration, using the same name and address as on the license. - Check your registration on the Washoe County Registrar of Voters page, which has a tool for checking voter registration. - Look up your vote center and your sample ballot when they are posted, since the Registrar publishes both for each election. - If your name changed, file a new application. Nevada law requires a new application for a changed name. ## What else the Registrar's page offers The Washoe County Registrar of Voters page also covers voting by mail, accessible voting, vote center locations, confidential voters, voters experiencing homelessness, voters with criminal convictions, and uniformed and overseas voters. Election results, turnout and election district maps are posted there too. Your driver's license address and your voter registration should match, so register after the license is in hand. ## Where it fits in the whole move Voter registration is one of the quieter tasks on the [first 30, 60 and 90 days list](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/new-resident-checklist/), and it is easiest when done in the same week as the license. Your [school registration](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/schools/) and [utility accounts](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/utilities/) use the same address, so keep one folder of proof for all of them. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Nevada Legislature, NRS Chapter 293 (Elections)](https://www.leg.state.nv.us/nrs/nrs-293.html) - [Washoe County Registrar of Voters](https://www.washoecounty.gov/voters/index.php) - [Nevada Secretary of State, Voter Registration](https://www.nvsos.gov/sos/elections/voters/voter-registration) ### Licensed movers U.S. DOT No. 30611 MC-109375 Nevada CPCN 1070 Cal PUC T-90973 (as published by O'Brien's) Bekins Van Lines interstate agent since 1955 [Check our USDOT record](https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?searchtype=ANY&query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=USDOT&query_string=30611) · [Ready to Move? (FMCSA)](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/ReadytoMoveBrochure_2022Update.pdf) [Licenses and authority](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Getting a Nevada driver's license and REAL ID](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/drivers-license/) - [New Nevada resident checklist: first 30, 60, 90 days](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/new-resident-checklist/) - [Schools and enrolling kids (Washoe County School District)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/schools/) Moving to Reno guides ## Read next - [The Nevada homestead exemption](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/homestead-exemption/) - [Reno weather and climate by month](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/weather-and-climate/) - [Living at 4,500 feet: altitude and moving](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/altitude/) - [Winter driving and chain controls around Reno and Tahoe](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/winter-driving/) - [Wildfire smoke season: what newcomers should know](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/wildfire-smoke-season/) - [Reno housing: owning vs renting (Census data)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/housing-market/) - [Jobs and the Reno economy (BLS data)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/jobs-and-economy/) - [Commuting and RTC transit](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/moving-to-reno/commuting-and-transit/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### How long must I live in Nevada before I can vote? NRS 293.485 requires 30 days in the state and county and 10 days in the precinct before the election. ### Can I register online? Yes. Nevada's Secretary of State runs an online registration system, and the Washoe County Registrar of Voters links to it. ### Does my old state's registration transfer? No. Register in Nevada with your new address, and ask your previous state's election office how to cancel the old registration. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. J Judy H. April 7, 2026 I was so satisfied and impressed with O'Brien. My move went perfectly. If I have another move, it will be O'Brien for sure!! ### Owner's reply WE ARE THRILLED TO HEAR THE MOVE WENT SO WELL!!!! Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to let us know. ## Get a long-distance estimate Tell us where you are going. The estimate for a long-distance move starts with a survey of your Reno-area home. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070