MD · 2026 midterms
Early voting in Maryland
Oct 22 – Oct 29, 2026
Same-day registration is on the table in Maryland for Nov 3.
Quick answers for Maryland
Short, sourced answers to common questions. If something looks off, trust the official site.
Last checked Oct 10, 2026
When can I vote early in Maryland?
Early voting runs Oct 22, 2026 through Oct 29, 2026. Hours and sites are set locally.
Is it too late to register in Maryland?
Register online by Oct 13, 2026 if you can. Mailed forms should be postmarked by Oct 13, 2026. Register in person by Nov 3, 2026. Register or update your address and vote at an early voting center in your county or your assigned polling place on Election Day. Bring a document that proves where you live, like an MVA license/ID, or a paycheck, bank statement, utility bill or other government document with your name and address.
Do I need ID to vote in Maryland?
Most Maryland voters don't show ID. Some first-time voters may be asked for it, and same-day registrants need proof of address. SBE's voter lookup tells you if you have to show ID.
Can college students vote where they go to school in Maryland?
You can register at your Maryland school address if that's where you live, or stay registered at home and vote by mail-in ballot. Only one place.
When is the mail ballot request deadline in Maryland?
Request your mail ballot by Oct 27, 2026. Email delivery requests should be in by Oct 29.
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in Maryland?
Mail your ballot so it is postmarked by Nov 3, 2026. It must arrive by Nov 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Can I track my ballot in Maryland?
Use Maryland's ballot tracker to see when your ballot was sent, received, and accepted.
Can I take a photo of my ballot in Maryland?
Not at the polls: phones and cameras aren't allowed in Maryland voting rooms. There's no rule on photographing a mail-in ballot at home.
Can I vote with a felony record in Maryland?
You can register and vote once you've finished the prison part of a felony sentence, even if you're still on parole or probation. Buying or selling votes is the exception.
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Dates move and counties set hours inside these windows. Before you make the trip, confirm with Maryland's election office.
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