As we approach the upcoming elections, it’s crucial for Horry County voters to understand their early voting options, particularly how to vote absentee. Eligible voters include those with physical disabilities, individuals 65 years or older, members of the Armed Forces and their families, emergency hospital patients, individuals with work obligations, caregivers attending to the sick or disabled, those confined in jail pending trial, and residents who will be out of county during voting periods.
To vote absentee, start by requesting an application from your county voter registration office by mail, phone, or in person, providing your name, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security Number. Once you receive and complete your application, return it by the specified deadline. Absentee ballots will be mailed to voters who apply early, around 30 days before the election. After filling out your ballot, ensure to sign the voter’s oath, have it witnessed, and return it by mail or in person by 7:00 p.m. on election day.
For those who prefer to vote in person, early voting centers in Horry County are available from May 28 to June 7 for the Statewide Primaries, and from June 19 to June 21 for the Statewide Runoffs, excluding weekends and state holidays. Locations include the Horry County Board of Voter Registration & Elections, Carolina Forest Library, North Strand Recreation Center, and South Strand Recreation Center, all open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the early voting period. Remember to bring your Photo ID when voting at these centers. For more information, visit scVOTES.gov.
How can you Vote Absentee?
Step 1: Get your application.
- You can submit your request for an application as early as January 1 of the election year.
- Call, visit or send your request by U.S. mail to your county voter registration office.
- You must provide your name, date of birth and last four digits of your Social Security Number with your request.
Step 2: Complete, sign and return the application.
- Return the application by U.S. mail or personal delivery to your county voter registration office as soon as possible.
- The deadline to return your application is 5:00 p.m. on the 11th day prior to the election.
Step 3: Receive an absentee ballot in the mail.
- Voters who have applied early will be mailed their absentee ballot approximately 30 days before the election.
- You can track your ballot at scVOTES.gov here: https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=AbsenteeInfo
Step 4: Vote, sign and return the ballot.
- Be sure to sign the voter’s oath and have your signature witnessed. Anyone age 18 or older can witness your signature. A notary is not necessary.
- Return your ballot to your county voter registration office or an early voting center either by mail or personal delivery no later than 7:00 p.m. on election day.
- You must present Photo ID if returning the ballot in person.
Visit scVOTES.gov to find information about how Immediate Family Members and Authorized Representatives can make an absentee request or return a ballot for another person. All requesters are limited to five requests in addition to their own per election.
Early Voting Centers
Voters can also visit any early voting center in their county during the early voting period, present their Photo ID , and vote using the voting system like they would at their polling place on election day.
Early Voting Period for the 2024 Statewide Primaries
- Tuesday, May 28 – Friday, June 7. (Closed weekends and state holidays.)
- Early voting centers are open 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. during the early voting period.
Early Voting Period for the 2024 Statewide Runoffs
- Wednesday, June 19 – Friday, June 21.
- Early voting centers are open 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. during the early voting period.
Early Voting Centers to be used for the 2024 June Primaries
Horry County Board of Voter Registration & Elections
Address: 1515 4th Ave Conway, SC 29526
Carolina Forest Library
Address: 2250 Carolina Forest Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
North Strand Recreation Center EV
Address: 120 Hwy 57 S, Little River, SC 29566
South Strand Recreation Center
Address: 9650 Scipio Ln, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
