Your ballot is coming!

If you have not yet requested your ballot for the 2026 Midterm elections, please do so immediately using the Vote from Abroad website.

When your blank ballot arrives, the return method will depend on your state:

Returning Electronically

If your state allows you to return your ballot by email or electronic upload, carefully follow the instructions that come with your ballot.

Returning by EFax

If your state allows you to return by fax, then use an eFax online service. (Full instructions will follow in our September 19th email)

Postal Mail or International Courier

If your state requires that your ballot must be returned by postal mail or international courier, take action as soon as possible. International mail can take considerable time, so leave enough time to follow up if necessary.

You have several options:

1. U.S. Embassy in San José
   You can send or take your completed ballot to the U.S. Embassy so it can be returned to the United States via diplomatic pouch.
2. Costa Rican Postal Service (Correos)
   We do not recommend using Correos for international delivery of your ballot to the United States. Voters have experienced inconsistent international mailing procedures and delivery times at different post offices. However, Correos may be used to send your completed ballot to the U.S. Embassy in San José for return through the diplomatic pouch.
3. Ballot Assistance Events
   Attend one of our ballot-assistance events for help with your ballot and information about returning it through the U.S. Embassy.
4. International Courier
   You may return your ballot using an international courier such as DHL. Rates start at approximately $55. More than one ballot may be included in the same courier envelope if the ballots are being sent to the same election office/address.

BALLOT ASSISTANCE EVENTS

This year, we are working closely with the U.S. Embassy to host several ballot-assistance events throughout Costa Rica.

• Sept. 22 (Tuesday) — Heredia*
• Sept. 24 (Thursday) — San Ramón*
• Sept. 24 (Thursday) — Grecia
• Oct. 6 (Tuesday) — Atenas*
• Dominical — Date to be announced*

• U.S. Consulate personnel will be on hand at these events to offer a presentation, answer questions, and assist with passport renewals and notary services.

Watch for our next Ballot Alert on September 19. We’ll send updated ballot-return information and step-by-step instructions to help you return your ballot safely and on time.

Need help? We’re here for you.

Email: help@votefromabroadcr.org
Call: 7113-5583

DA Costa Rica: https://www.democratsabroad.org/