Voting in
Virginia
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
Virginia offers same-day voter registration, no-excuse absentee voting, and 45 days of early voting. Photo ID is required, but a free voter photo ID card is available. The state has one of the longest early voting periods in the nation.
Upcoming Elections in Virginia
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
Virginia requires an acceptable photo ID to vote. Acceptable forms include a Virginia driver's license, US passport, or any other government-issued photo ID. A free voter photo ID is available from the general registrar's office.
Early Voting
Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Election Day Polling Hours
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Key Facts
- Same-day voter registration is available during early voting and on Election Day
- Photo ID is required; a free voter photo ID is available from the general registrar
- Early voting begins 45 days before Election Day, one of the longest periods in the US
- No-excuse absentee voting by mail is available
- Virginia offers automatic voter registration through the DMV
Official Resources
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