Voting in
Hawaii

HIUpdated February 1, 2026

Your Voting Cheat Sheet

Hawaii is an all vote-by-mail state where every registered voter automatically receives a ballot in the mail. Voter service centers are available for in-person voting and same-day registration. No photo ID is required.

Online Reg AvailableSame-Day RegNo-Excuse AbsenteeNo ID Required

Upcoming Elections in Hawaii

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
OnlineOctober 5, 2026
By MailOctober 5, 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
Yes

Voter ID Requirements

Hawaii does not require photo ID to vote. Voters sign a form at the polling place to confirm their identity. First-time voters who registered by mail may need to show ID.

Early Voting

Early voting is not available in Hawaii.

Absentee / Mail-In Voting

No-Excuse Absentee Yes
Return DeadlineNovember 3, 2026

Election Day Polling Hours

7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Election Day: November 3, 2026

Key Facts

  • Hawaii is an all vote-by-mail state; every registered voter receives a mailed ballot
  • Same-day voter registration is available at voter service centers
  • No photo ID is required to vote
  • Voter service centers open approximately 10 days before Election Day for in-person voting
  • Ballots can be returned by mail or at official drop-off locations

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