Voting Rules in Washington

Source: www.sos.wa.gov · Last verified May 2026
Voter ID Requirement
Non-Strict Non-Photo ID

Washington is an all-mail state. Voter identity verified by signature on ballot envelope.

Mail-In Ballot Eligibility
All-Mail State

Ballots automatically mailed to all registered voters. Drop boxes and in-person voting also available.

Early Voting
Available

Ballots mailed 18 days before Election Day. In-person voting centers available.

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

Voter registration must be completed by October 26, 2026. Online registration is available.

Same-Day Registration
Yes

Same-day voter registration available through 8:00 PM on Election Day.

Polling Hours
Ballots due 8:00 PM Election Day (by mail or drop box)

Polls are open from Ballots due 8:00 PM Election Day (by mail or drop box) 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 · www.sos.wa.gov

Upcoming Election Dates

Aug4
Primary Election Day
Republican and Democratic primaries · Determines nominees for the General Election
Upcoming
Oct26
Voter Registration Deadline
Last day to register for the November 2026 General Election · 8 days before Election Day (online/mail); same-day registration available
Upcoming
Nov3
General Election Day
Polls open Ballots due 8:00 PM Election Day (by mail or drop box) · If you are in line when polls close you are entitled to vote
Upcoming

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Register to Vote in Washington

Official Washington Voter Registration

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

Register at voter.votewa.gov →
Deadline: 8 days before Election Day (online/mail); same-day registration available
Online: Yes — voter.votewa.gov
By Mail: Yes — received by deadline
In Person: Yes
Same-Day Reg: Yes
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen required