Voting in
Montana
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
Montana offers same-day (late) registration at the county election office through Election Day. The state does not have online voter registration but provides no-excuse absentee voting and early voting. ID is required but does not need to be photo ID.
Upcoming Elections in Montana
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
Montana requires ID to vote but it does not have to be a photo ID. Acceptable forms include a driver's license, school district or post-secondary ID, or a document showing name and current address such as a utility bill.
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 (late) registration is available at the county election office through Election Day
- No online voter registration is available
- ID is required but does not need to be a photo ID; a utility bill is acceptable
- No-excuse absentee voting is available
- Many counties in Montana conduct elections entirely by mail
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