Wisconsin’s 2026 general election is now entering its early-voting phase, with in-person absentee voting available from Tuesday, October 20, ahead of polling day on Tuesday, November 3.
Voters can cast an early ballot at their municipal clerk’s office, although opening times and locations vary between communities. The final day for in-person absentee voting is Sunday, November 1, where local arrangements allow it. ([myvote.wi.gov](https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Voter-Deadlines?utm_source=openai))
Wisconsin early voting and registration dates
Anyone voting in person must present an acceptable photo ID. Those who are not registered, or who need to update their address, can do so at their clerk’s office until 5pm on Friday, October 30, provided they bring proof of residence. ([myvote.wi.gov](https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Voter-Deadlines?utm_source=openai))
Wisconsin does not permit registration during the Saturday, Sunday or Monday immediately before Election Day. However, eligible voters can still register at their polling place on November 3, when voting is open from 7am to 8pm. ([myvote.wi.gov](https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Voter-Deadlines?utm_source=openai))
To qualify, a voter must be a US citizen, be at least 18 on Election Day and have lived in Wisconsin for at least 28 consecutive days. People serving a felony sentence, including probation or parole, are not eligible to vote.
Voters who wish to cast an absentee ballot by post can request one until 5pm on Thursday, October 29. Completed ballots must reach the municipal clerk by 8pm on Election Day, November 3. ([myvote.wi.gov](https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Voter-Deadlines?utm_source=openai))
The Wisconsin Elections Commission recommends posting an absentee ballot at least 10 days before Election Day. Voters should check with their municipal clerk if they are unsure whether there is enough time for a ballot to arrive. ([myvote.wi.gov](https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Vote-Absentee-Guide?utm_source=openai))
Wisconsin voters can use the state’s MyVote service to check their registration, identify their assigned polling place, view local early-voting arrangements and see what will appear on their ballot. Polling places are determined by a voter’s home address. ([myvote.wi.gov](https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/My-Ballot?utm_source=openai))
The state has more than 2.6 million estimated registered voters, about 3,600 polling places and approximately 30,000 poll workers preparing for the election.
