Michigan Voting Guide
Everything you need to know about voting in Michigan (MI)
Voter Registration
Registration Deadline
15 days before Election Day (online/mail); same-day registration available with proof of residency
Online Registration
Available — Register online
Same-day registration is available in Michigan
How to Register
- Register online at the Michigan Voter Information Center (MVIC)
- Mail a completed voter registration form to your local clerk
- Register in person at your local clerk's office, Secretary of State branch, or designated agency
- Same-day registration is available at your local clerk's office with proof of residency
Voter ID Requirements
Accepted Forms of Identification
- Michigan driver's license or state ID
- Federal or state government-issued photo ID
- U.S. passport
- Military ID with photo
- Student ID with photo from a high school or accredited institution in Michigan
- Tribal ID with photo
What if I don't have ID?
If you do not have photo ID, you may sign an affidavit affirming your identity and vote a regular ballot. You do not need to cast a provisional ballot.
Early Voting & Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Early Voting
9 days of early voting at designated early voting sites; at least 8 hours per day
Absentee / Mail-In
Michigan has no-excuse absentee voting. Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot. Applications can be submitted online, by mail, or in person at your local clerk's office. Ballots must be received by 8:00 PM on Election Day.
Election Day
Polls Open
7:00 AM
Polls Close
8:00 PM
Key Dates & Deadlines
October 19, 2026
Voter registration deadline (online/mail)
October 25, 2026
Early voting begins
November 2, 2026
Early voting ends / last day for same-day registration at clerk's office
November 3, 2026
Election Day — same-day registration at clerk's office only
Useful Links
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.