MT · 2026 midterms
Early voting in Montana
Through Nov 2, 2026 · start varies
You can register and vote in Montana on Election Day if you are not on the rolls yet.
In-person absentee voting opens when your county has ballots ready. Confirm start dates locally.
Quick answers for Montana
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 Montana?
Montana counties open in-person absentee voting once ballots are ready. Dates vary by county.
Is it too late to register in Montana?
Rules in Montana changed recently. Confirm here on the official election site before you rely on a summary.
Do I need ID to vote in Montana?
Bring a current photo ID (a driver's license, tribal ID, or Montana University System college photo ID all count). If you don't have one, a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck or government document with your name and address works.
Can college students vote where they go to school in Montana?
You can register in Montana at your school address if you live there, or stay registered at home and vote absentee. Choose one. A Montana University System college photo ID counts as voter ID.
When is the mail ballot request deadline in Montana?
Request your mail ballot by Nov 2, 2026. Application must be received by the county election office by noon Mon Nov 2.
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in Montana?
Your ballot must be received by Nov 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM. At the election office or a polling place.
Can I track my ballot in Montana?
Use Montana's ballot tracker to see when your ballot was sent, received, and accepted.
Can I take a photo of my ballot in Montana?
Probably OK. Montana law says not to show your marked ballot, but a 2018 state advisory opinion said a voluntary selfie with your own ballot is fine. Don't capture anyone else.
Can I vote with a felony record in Montana?
You can't vote only while you're serving a felony sentence in prison. Once you're out, including on probation or parole, you can register and vote.
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Dates move and counties set hours inside these windows. Before you make the trip, confirm with Montana's election office.
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