Voting in
Arkansas

ARUpdated February 1, 2026

Your Voting Cheat Sheet

Arkansas does not offer online voter registration, so voters must register by mail or in person at least 30 days before the election. Early voting is available for about two weeks before Election Day. Photo ID is required.

No-Excuse Absentee

Upcoming Elections in Arkansas

General

2026 Federal Midterm General Election

Nationwide

The 2026 midterm general election determines control of Congress and numerous governorships. All 435 U.S. House seats, approximately 33-34 U.S. Senate seats, and 36 governorships are on the ballot.

Key Races
  • U.S. Senate (33-34 seats)
  • U.S. House of Representatives (all 435 seats)
  • Gubernatorial races (36 states)
  • +3 more
249 days away

Registration Deadlines

220 days until earliest deadline
By MailOctober 5, 2026
In PersonOctober 5, 2026
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Quick Facts

Online Registration
No
Same-Day Registration
No
Voter ID Required
Yes
No-Excuse Absentee
Yes

Voter ID Requirements

Arkansas requires a photo ID to vote. Acceptable forms include an Arkansas driver's license, passport, or a free voter verification card from the county clerk.

Early Voting

StartsOctober 19, 2026
EndsNovember 2, 2026

Absentee / Mail-In Voting

No-Excuse Absentee Yes
Request DeadlineOctober 27, 2026
Return DeadlineNovember 3, 2026

Election Day Polling Hours

7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Election Day: November 3, 2026

Key Facts

  • No online voter registration is available; register by mail or in person
  • Photo ID is required to vote; a free voter verification card is available
  • Early voting runs for approximately 15 days before Election Day
  • No-excuse absentee voting is available
  • Registration deadline is 30 days before the election

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