By definition, a volunteer is a person who enters into something of his own free will with no promise of compensation. However, there are those who believe that it is by spending ourselves that we become rich.

Margaret Mead commended the volunteer spirit when she said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it is the only thing that ever has.”

At Travis, we applaud our county volunteers. They raise the production, participation, and enthusiasm in the voting arena. They set an example of selflessness, motivating others with their dedication to this valuable process.

Volunteer Registrars help demonstrate how “Everyone Counts in Travis County!”

What is a VDR?

View brief instructional video that covers VDR basics.

Deputy registrars are people who volunteer to serve and assist in registering eligible citizens to vote. Volunteer deputy registrars assist by distributing, reviewing, and accepting completed registration applications. The date of submission of a completed registration application to a volunteer deputy registrar is considered to be the date of submission to the registrar for the purpose of determining the effective date of registration.

Volunteer deputy registrars serve for two-year terms expiring on December 31 of even-numbered years. To be eligible for appointment, a volunteer deputy registrar must be 18 years of age or older and accept the following duties:

• Upon receipt of a registration application, a volunteer deputy registrar shall review it for completeness in the applicant's presence. If the application does not contain all the required information and the required signature, the volunteer deputy shall return the application to the application for completion and resubmission.
• On receipt of a completed registration application, the deputy registrar shall prepare the tear off receipt. The volunteer deputy shall sign the receipt and give it to the applicant and deliver the application to the voter registration office.
• Deliver completed voter applications to the any of five office locations within 5 days of receipt. See office hours and all locations here.

Want to Volunteer?

Here's how to sign up:.

• Print, sign and mail the online form. (En Español)
• Drop by the main office of the Travis County Voter Registrar (5501 Airport Blvd.) weekdays from 7:30 - 5:30. OR, drop by any of the satellite locations which ar open from 8 - 5 weekedays. See all locations here.
• Sign up for Volunteer Deputy Registrar electronic updates

Want an Application?

This form must be printed, signed and mailed.

Printable Application Form

Si prefiere la version en Español de la solicitud para registro de votante, pulse aqui.

Want to Conduct a Voter Drive?

Volunteer Deputy Registrars are encouraged to conduct voter drives in their neighborhood, civic and religious organizations and the community at large. Follow these directions to conduct a voter drive.

Want a Voter Registration Brochure?

Use these brochures in English and in Spanish to help citizens understand the requirements for voter registration.