Voting in
Michigan
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
Michigan offers same-day voter registration, no-excuse absentee voting, and early in-person voting. While photo ID is requested, voters without it can sign an affidavit. The state also provides nine days of early voting.
Upcoming Elections in Michigan
2026 Federal Midterm General Election
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.
- • U.S. Senate (33-34 seats)
- • U.S. House of Representatives (all 435 seats)
- • Gubernatorial races (36 states)
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Registration Deadlines
Quick Facts
Voter ID Requirements
Michigan requests photo ID but does not strictly require it. Voters without photo ID can sign an affidavit and still cast a regular ballot.
Early Voting
Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Election Day Polling Hours
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Key Facts
- Same-day voter registration is available at your local clerk's office through Election Day
- Photo ID is requested but an affidavit option allows voting without it
- No-excuse absentee voting is available; ballots are mailed upon request
- Nine days of early in-person voting are available
- Michigan offers automatic voter registration through the Secretary of State's office
Official Resources
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