WA · 2026 midterms
Early voting in Washington
Oct 16 – Nov 3, 2026
Early voting in Washington starts Oct 16, 2026.
An all-mail state: a ballot is mailed to every registered voter. The dates above are the in-person early voting and drop-off window.
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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 Washington?
Early voting runs Oct 16, 2026 through Nov 3, 2026. Hours and sites are set locally.
Is it too late to register in Washington?
Register online by Oct 26, 2026 if you can. Mailed forms should be postmarked by Oct 26, 2026. Register in person by Nov 3, 2026. After Oct 26, go to your county elections office or voting center in person, register or update your address, and get a ballot to vote there.
Do I need ID to vote in Washington?
Washington votes by mail and doesn't require ID to vote; your signature on the ballot envelope is checked against your registration. Registering in person, you'll give a license/ID number or SSN last 4.
Can college students vote where they go to school in Washington?
Register at the Washington address you consider home: your dorm (include building and room number) or your parents' house. Your ballot can be mailed anywhere, like a campus PO box.
Do I need to request a mail ballot in Washington?
No request needed; every active voter is mailed a ballot.
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in Washington?
Mail your ballot so it is postmarked by Nov 3, 2026. It must arrive by Invalid Date at NaN:undefined AM.
Can I track my ballot in Washington?
Use Washington's ballot tracker to see when your ballot was sent, received, and accepted.
Can I take a photo of my ballot in Washington?
Washington doesn't prohibit ballot selfies. Just don't look at someone else's ballot for an illegal purpose like vote buying.
Can I vote with a felony record in Washington?
Rules in Washington changed recently. Confirm here on the official election site before you rely on a summary.
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Dates move and counties set hours inside these windows. Before you make the trip, confirm with Washington's election office.
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