WI · 2026 midterms
Early voting in Wisconsin
Oct 20 – Nov 1, 2026
Early voting in Wisconsin starts Oct 20, 2026.
Quick answers for Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin?
Early voting runs Oct 20, 2026 through Nov 1, 2026. Hours and sites are set locally.
Is it too late to register in Wisconsin?
Register online by Oct 14, 2026 if you can. Mailed forms should be postmarked by Oct 14, 2026. Register in person by Nov 3, 2026. Register at your polling place on Election Day with a proof-of-residence document (like a lease, utility bill, bank statement, or a college ID plus fee receipt or campus housing list), then show photo ID to vote.
Do I need ID to vote in Wisconsin?
You need a photo ID: Wisconsin license or ID, passport, military or tribal ID, or a qualifying Wisconsin college or university student ID. Student IDs must show your photo, signature, issue date and an expiration within 2 years; expired ones work with proof of current enrollment.
Can college students vote where they go to school in Wisconsin?
You can register at your campus address or your home address. To register at school you'll need proof of residence, like a college ID plus a fee receipt or your school's certified housing list. Many Wisconsin college IDs work as voter ID, but some schools issue separate voting-compliant IDs, so check yours.
When is the mail ballot request deadline in Wisconsin?
Request your mail ballot by Oct 29, 2026. Received by your municipal clerk by 5 PM Oct 29 (Oct 30 for indefinitely confined/military at home).
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in Wisconsin?
Your ballot must be received by Nov 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM.
Can I track my ballot in Wisconsin?
Use Wisconsin's ballot tracker to see when your ballot was sent, received, and accepted.
Can I take a photo of my ballot in Wisconsin?
No. Wisconsin law bars intentionally showing your marked ballot to anyone.
Can I vote with a felony record in Wisconsin?
You can't vote while serving any part of a felony sentence, including probation, parole or extended supervision. Once you're fully 'off paper,' you can register and vote again.
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Dates move and counties set hours inside these windows. Before you make the trip, confirm with Wisconsin's election office.
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