Nonpartisan Voter Services for U.S. Citizens Overseas and Uniformed Services Members

Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot

What is the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (FWAB)?

  • The FWAB is an alternative ballot for overseas and uniformed services voters whose ballots are late.
  • In some states, the FWAB can also be used as a voter registration form & ballot.

Quick-check for FWAB eligibility

If this statement applies to you, please check the box above, and click start.

Watch the video

FWAB Video Screenshot

Find out what to do if your ballot is late.