Applying for an Absentee Ballot

Voters on active duty or residing outside of the country can register to vote and request an absentee ballot by submitting a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). 

 Federal Post Card Application Form (Fillable)

Federal Post Card Applications may be submitted by email, fax (610-478-6218), or mail to: 

          Election Services 

          633 Court Street, 1st Fl 

          Reading, PA 19601

For questions regarding the FPCA form, consult your Voting Assistance Officer or check out the FVAP's Voting Assistance Guide. 

Returning your Voted Absentee Ballot

Voted Military or Civilian Overseas Absentee ballots must be mailed back, along with the completed voter's declaration, submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 p.m. on the day before the election (November 2, 2026) and must be received by the Berks County Board of Elections no later than 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.