The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot in Indiana is fast approaching on October 24. But Indiana limits who can apply for mail-in ballot — and experts say common mistakes can further restrict voting by mail in the November 5 election.

Today is the deadline for Hoosiers who want to vote by mail in the May primary to apply for that ballot - you have until 11:59 p.m. to submit an application to your local election administrator's office.

Hoosiers who want to vote by mail in the 2024 primary have three weeks left to request those ballots.