Registering to Vote in Boerne, Texas: What You Need to Know

If you live in Boerne (or anywhere in Kendall County), here’s what you should know about registering to vote, stay eligible, and casting your ballot.

When to Register / Deadline

  • In Texas, you must register at least 30 days before an election in order to vote in that election.

  • For the November 2025 general election, the deadline is October 6, 2025 — that’s the last day to register or to submit an address change.

It’s a good idea to register well in advance so you’re not scrambling at the last minute.

Eligibility Requirements (in Texas)

To register to vote in Texas, you must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen Texas.gov

  • Be a resident of the county (in this case, Kendall County) Texas.gov

  • Be 18 years old by Election Day Texas.gov

  • Not be legally declared incapacitated with no right to vote Texas.gov

  • Not be serving a sentence (including probation or parole) for a felony conviction (unless rights are restored) Texas.gov

How to Register (For Boerne / Kendall County Residents)

Here are the main ways to register:

  1. By mail

    • You can obtain a voter registration application (often online via state or county election offices).

    • Fill it out, sign it, and mail it to the Kendall County Voter Registrar / Elections Department.

    • Once the registration is processed, the state sends you a Voter Registration Certificate (proof of registration) within ~30 days. Vote Texas

  2. In person

    • You can register (or update your registration) at the Kendall County Elections Office or other designated voter registration locations. kendallcountytx.gov+1

    • Many county offices that handle elections also accept registration requests. Texas Secretary of State+1

  3. Online / State Portal

    • Texas provides resources and guidance through VoteTexas.gov, which connects you to the registration tools.

    • However, Texas does not allow full online registration in all cases — many applications still require a printed form with signature.

What Happens After You Register / What to Watch For

  • You’ll receive a Voter Registration Certificate in the mail. Check to make sure your name, address, and precinct are correct. Vote Texas

  • Keep that certificate — you may need it as proof of identity in certain cases, especially if you don’t have a valid photo ID.

  • If you move, change your name, or change your address, you need to update your registration so it matches where you now live.

  • If a mistake appears on your certificate, return it with corrections to your county Registrar.

Voting in Boerne / Kendall County

Once you’re registered, here’s how voting typically works in your area:

  • Early voting is available. In Kendall County, early in-person voting typically begins around 17 days before Election Day (except some May uniform elections). co.kendall.tx.us

  • Election Day hours: Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

  • Countywide Polling Place / Vote Center Program: In Kendall County, any registered voter may vote at any designated vote center in the county (not just a precinct assigned to your street).

  • Some polling places in Boerne include:

    • Boerne City Hall (Training Room)

    • First Baptist Church (HUB) in Boerne

Photo ID Requirements & What to Do If You Lack One

Texas state law requires voters to present one of several accepted photo IDs at the polling place (unless you qualify for an exemption).

Accepted IDs include:

  • Texas driver’s license

  • Texas election identification certificate

  • Texas personal ID card

  • Texas license to carry a handgun

  • U.S. military identification with photo

  • U.S. citizenship certificate with photo

  • U.S. passport

If you don’t have one of these, under SB 5 you may complete a Reasonable Impediment Declaration and present an alternate supporting document (such as your voter registration certificate, utility bill, etc.) in some cases.

Tips & Notes for Boerne Residents

  • Register early so you don’t miss the deadline.

  • Double-check your certificate when it arrives.

  • Know your polling locations — thanks to the countywide polling system, you may have flexibility about where to vote.

  • Bring your ID — and if you don’t have a valid photo ID, understand the alternate procedure ahead of time.

  • Keep your registration updated if you move within Boerne, or to another residence in Kendall County.

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