Virginia Petition Signature Requirements (2027)

How many signatures you need to qualify for the ballot in Virginia, the 2027 petition filing windows, and how to validate your signatures against the Virginia voter file.

April 1, 2027

Next deadline — primary petition

2026 dates not yet researched — confirm with your election authority.

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Official sources

Always confirm requirements and deadlines with the official Virginia election authority before you file:

Virginia Department of Elections

Frequently asked questions

How many signatures do I need to get on the ballot in Virginia?

Signature requirements in Virginia depend on the office you're seeking. See the requirements table above.

What is the 2027 petition filing deadline in Virginia?

For the 2027 cycle in Virginia, the next petition deadline is April 1, 2027. Create a free account to see every filing window.

Can I validate Virginia petition signatures myself?

Yes. Petition Validator lets you upload petition pages and automatically matches each signer against the Virginia voter file — checking registration, address, and duplicates in seconds per signature. You can start free, no paid Victory Waves account required.

How does signature validation work?

You upload images of your petition pages; our system transcribes each signature and matches the signer's name, address, and date against official voter registration data to confirm they're a registered voter in the correct jurisdiction.

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Last updated for the 2027 cycle on November 7, 2026. Always confirm requirements and deadlines with your state or local election authority.