Application for a Place on the Ballot

Candidates use this application to request placement on a general election ballot for a city, school district, or other political subdivision.

What this form is

This application lets a candidate request a place on the general election ballot for a city, school district, or other political subdivision. It asks for the office sought, candidate and contact details, residence information, felony conviction status, and length of residence. The candidate also completes an oath; the filing officer records the filing fee or nominating petition and receipt information.

Who needs it

A candidate seeking a place on a general election ballot for a city, school district, or other political subdivision completes this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the City Secretary. The filing officer completes the receipt section; the application must be accompanied by the filing fee or a nominating petition.

About notarization

No notary is required for this document; the candidate signs and dates the application and completes its oath section.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Application for a Place on the Ballot.
2
Complete The Candidate Information
Fill in the office sought, candidate and contact details, residence information, felony status, and length of residence.
3
Complete And Sign The Oath
Complete the oath section, then sign and date the application.
4
Submit To The City Secretary
Submit the application with the filing fee or a nominating petition to the City Secretary.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Application for a Place on the Ballot?: It is an application for a candidate seeking placement on a general election ballot for a city, school district, or other political subdivision. It asks for candidate, office, residence, and felony status information.
Do I need a notary for the Application for a Place on the Ballot?: No notary is required for this document. The candidate signs and dates the application and completes its oath section.
How do I submit the Application for a Place on the Ballot?: Submit it to the City Secretary. The form says it must be accompanied by the filing fee or a nominating petition; the filing officer completes the receipt section.

Need something notarized?

This Application for a Place on the Ballot doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.