MO · 2026 midterms
Early voting in Missouri
Oct 20 – Nov 2, 2026
Early voting in Missouri starts Oct 20, 2026.
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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 Missouri?
Early voting runs Oct 20, 2026 through Nov 2, 2026. Hours and sites are set locally.
Is it too late to register in Missouri?
Registration closed on Oct 7, 2026. Use the official election site to check whether you are still registered and what you can do next.
Do I need ID to vote in Missouri?
You need a photo ID: Missouri license or non-driver ID (expired since the last general election still works), US passport, military or veteran ID, or another photo ID from the US or Missouri. Without one, you can vote a provisional ballot that counts if your signature matches or you come back with ID.
Can college students vote where they go to school in Missouri?
You can register at your Missouri school address, residence halls included, or stay registered at home. Vote in just one place. Missouri student IDs don't count as voter ID. If you stay registered at home, absentee voting needs a reason (being away at school counts as 'absent on Election Day') and the ballot envelope must usually be notarized.
When is the mail ballot request deadline in Missouri?
Request your mail ballot by Oct 21, 2026. Mailed or faxed requests must be received by 5 PM on the second Wednesday before the election (Oct 21).
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in Missouri?
Your ballot must be received by Nov 3, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Must arrive by the time polls close at 7 PM.
Can I vote with a felony record in Missouri?
Rules in Missouri changed recently. Confirm here on the official election site before you rely on a summary.
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