MI · 2026 midterms
Early voting in Michigan
Oct 24 – Nov 1, 2026
Same-day registration is on the table in Michigan for Nov 3.
Quick answers for Michigan
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 Michigan?
Early voting runs Oct 24, 2026 through Nov 1, 2026. Hours and sites are set locally.
Is it too late to register in Michigan?
Register online by Oct 19, 2026 if you can. Mailed forms should be postmarked by Oct 19, 2026. Register in person by Nov 3, 2026. Go to your city or township clerk's office (not a regular polling place) with proof of residency, register, and vote an absentee ballot right there. If you're in line by 8 PM, you can still register and vote.
Do I need ID to vote in Michigan?
You'll be asked for a photo ID, like a driver's license, passport or student ID. If you don't have one, sign a short affidavit and vote a regular ballot.
Can college students vote where they go to school in Michigan?
You choose: register at your school address or your permanent hometown address. A student portal page showing your name and campus address works as proof of residency. Changing your voter address also updates the address on a Michigan driver's license or state ID.
When is the mail ballot request deadline in Michigan?
Request your mail ballot by Oct 30, 2026. Online or mailed applications must be received by 5 PM Fri Oct 30.
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in Michigan?
Your ballot must be received by Nov 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Military/overseas voters have a postmark exception.
Can I track my ballot in Michigan?
Use Michigan's ballot tracker to see when your ballot was sent, received, and accepted.
Can I take a photo of my ballot in Michigan?
You can take a photo of your own completed ballot at the polls, but don't share it while you're still there and don't photograph other voters (2019 Crookston v. Johnson settlement).
Can I vote with a felony record in Michigan?
You can vote with a felony or misdemeanor record as long as you're not currently serving a jail or prison sentence. Probation, parole, and pretrial detention don't stop you.
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Dates move and counties set hours inside these windows. Before you make the trip, confirm with Michigan's election office.
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