Voting Rules in Michigan

Source: mvic.sos.state.mi.us · Last verified May 2026
Voter ID Requirement
Non-Strict Photo ID

Photo ID requested. Voters without acceptable ID may sign an affidavit to cast a regular ballot.

Mail-In Ballot Eligibility
No Excuse Required

Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without an excuse.

Early Voting
Available

In-person early voting available 9 days before Election Day.

Registration Deadline
15 Days Before Election Day (Online/Mail); Same-Day Registration Available

Voter registration must be completed by October 19, 2026. Online registration is available.

Same-Day Registration
Yes

Same-day voter registration available through 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 · mvic.sos.state.mi.us

Upcoming Election Dates

Aug4
Primary Election Day
Republican and Democratic primaries · Determines nominees for the General Election
Upcoming
Oct19
Voter Registration Deadline
Last day to register for the November 2026 General Election · 15 days before Election Day (online/mail); same-day registration available
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 Michigan

Official Michigan Voter Registration

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

Register at mvic.sos.state.mi.us →
Deadline: 15 days before Election Day (online/mail); same-day registration available
Online: Yes — mvic.sos.state.mi.us/RegisterVoter
By Mail: Yes — received by deadline
In Person: Yes
Same-Day Reg: Yes
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen required