Voting in
Utah

UTUpdated February 1, 2026

Your Voting Cheat Sheet

Utah is primarily a vote-by-mail state where every registered voter automatically receives a ballot in the mail. In-person voting is also available at vote centers. Same-day voter registration is offered, and ID is required to vote.

Online Reg AvailableSame-Day RegNo-Excuse Absentee

Upcoming Elections in Utah

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

238 days until earliest deadline
OnlineOctober 23, 2026
By MailOctober 23, 2026
In PersonNovember 3, 2026
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Quick Facts

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

Voter ID Requirements

Utah requires a valid form of ID to vote. Acceptable forms include a Utah driver's license, passport, military ID, or two forms of ID that together show the voter's name and current address.

Early Voting

Early voting is not available in Utah.

Absentee / Mail-In Voting

No-Excuse Absentee Yes
Return DeadlineNovember 3, 2026

Election Day Polling Hours

7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Election Day: November 3, 2026

Key Facts

  • Utah is primarily a vote-by-mail state; all registered voters receive mailed ballots
  • Same-day voter registration is available at vote centers through Election Day
  • Vote centers allow in-person voting as an alternative to mail-in ballots
  • ID is required; a broad range of identification is accepted
  • Ballots are mailed approximately 3 weeks before Election Day

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