Florida Voting Guide
Everything you need to know about voting in Florida (FL)
Voter Registration
Registration Deadline
29 days before Election Day
Online Registration
Available — Register online
How to Register
- Register online at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov
- Complete a paper application at your county Supervisor of Elections office, tax collector office, driver's license office, or public library
- Register when you get or renew your driver's license
Voter ID Requirements
Accepted Forms of Identification
- Florida driver's license or state ID card
- U.S. passport
- Debit or credit card with photo
- Military ID
- Student ID
- Retirement center ID
- Neighborhood association ID
- Public assistance ID
What if I don't have ID?
If you arrive without acceptable ID, you may cast a provisional ballot. You will have until 5 PM on the second day after the election to present valid ID to your county Supervisor of Elections for the provisional ballot to count.
Early Voting & Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Early Voting
At least 8 days of early voting; each county sets its own schedule (up to 15 days before Election Day)
Absentee / Mail-In
Any registered voter may request a vote-by-mail ballot. Requests must be made no later than 10 days before the election. Mail ballots must be received by the Supervisor of Elections by 7:00 PM on Election Day.
Election Day
Polls Open
7:00 AM
Polls Close
7:00 PM
Key Dates & Deadlines
October 5, 2026
Voter registration deadline
October 19, 2026
Early voting period begins (varies by county)
October 24, 2026
Deadline to request vote-by-mail ballot
November 1, 2026
Early voting ends (varies by county)
November 3, 2026
Election Day
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Disclaimer
Voting rules change frequently due to new legislation, court rulings, and administrative updates. The information on this page reflects general requirements as of 2025 and is intended as an educational overview. Always verify current requirements and deadlines with your state or local election office. Key dates shown are approximate for the 2026 general election cycle.