Voting Rules in Delaware

Source: elections.delaware.gov · Last verified May 2026
Voter ID Requirement
None (ID requested at polls)

Voters are asked to show ID when arriving at the polling place but are not required to do so to vote.

Mail-In Ballot Eligibility
No Excuse Required

Any registered voter may vote absentee without an excuse.

Early Voting
Available

Early voting available at select locations in the 10 days before Election Day.

Registration Deadline
24 Days Before Election Day

Voter registration must be completed by October 10, 2026. Online registration is available.

Same-Day Registration
No

Delaware's same-day registration law was ruled unconstitutional in 2022. Deadline is 24 days before Election Day.

Polling Hours
7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Polls are open from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM on Election Day. If you are in line when polls close you are entitled to vote.

Candidates on the Ballot

Sources: Ballotpedia · Official state election filings

Candidate data will be added as 2026 races are formally declared.

Check back as filing deadlines approach · elections.delaware.gov

Upcoming Election Dates

Sep1
Primary Election Day
Republican and Democratic primaries · Determines nominees for the General Election
Upcoming
Oct10
Voter Registration Deadline
Last day to register for the November 2026 General Election · 24 days before Election Day
Upcoming
Nov3
General Election Day
Polls open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM · If you are in line when polls close you are entitled to vote
Upcoming

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Register to Vote in Delaware

Source: ivote.de.gov

Official Delaware Voter Registration

Register online, by mail, or in person at your local election office. You must be a U.S. citizen, a Delaware resident, and at least 18 years old by Election Day.

Register at ivote.de.gov →
Deadline: 24 days before Election Day
Online: Yes — ivote.de.gov
By Mail: Yes — received by deadline
In Person: Yes
Same-Day Reg: Not available
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen required