Voting in
Connecticut

CTUpdated February 1, 2026

Your Voting Cheat Sheet

Connecticut offers same-day voter registration and early voting. Absentee voting requires a valid reason such as absence from town, illness, or disability. Voters without ID can sign an affidavit to vote.

Online Reg AvailableSame-Day RegNo ID Required

Upcoming Elections in Connecticut

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

242 days until earliest deadline
OnlineOctober 27, 2026
By MailOctober 27, 2026
In PersonNovember 3, 2026
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Quick Facts

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

Voter ID Requirements

Connecticut does not strictly require photo ID. Voters may present ID at the polls, but those without ID can sign an affidavit confirming their identity.

Early Voting

StartsOctober 21, 2026
EndsNovember 1, 2026

Absentee / Mail-In Voting

No-Excuse Absentee No
Request DeadlineOctober 30, 2026
Return DeadlineNovember 3, 2026

Election Day Polling Hours

6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Election Day: November 3, 2026

Key Facts

  • Same-day voter registration is available on Election Day
  • Early voting is available for approximately two weeks before Election Day
  • Absentee voting requires an approved excuse
  • No strict photo ID requirement; an affidavit option is available
  • Online registration deadline is 7 days before the election

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