Poll hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Idaho poll hours for the next listed election are 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m..
State Election Guide
Idaho election dates and voter deadlines
Idaho 2026 election calendar with upcoming election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, poll hours, and official sources.
Before You Vote
Key voting questions
How can I find my polling location?
Use the Idaho election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.
What's on the Idaho ballot in 2026?
Idaho's current statewide calendar includes Idaho General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
Who can vote in primaries in Idaho?
In Idaho, State and Presidential primaries are parially closed. A party may elect to open its primary to unaffiliated votes and voters affiliated with other parties by notifying the Secretary of State's office by the last Tuesday before the election. After...
Election Calendar
Idaho current and upcoming election dates
Idaho General Election 2026
November 3, 2026
November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of the month of November
Poll hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Official Idaho General Election 2026 source
Key deadlines
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In-Person Absentee voting begins
Third Monday before election (in-person absentee). For the Nov. 3 election in those counties that choose to conduct early voting. [34- 1012, Idaho Code]
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Voter Registration Deadline Online
Voter registrations must be received by the county clerk by 5 p.m. local time — for the Nov. 3 election. [§34-408 and §34-410, Idaho Code]
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Voting By Absentee Ballot Ends
Applications must be received by the county clerk by 5 p.m. — for the Nov. 3 election. [§34-1002(7), Idaho Code]
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Voting By Absentee Ballot
County clerks may receive emergency absentee ballot applications through 5 p.m. on November 2 from those who cannot be present for voting due to hospitalization if hospitalization began after 5 p.m. on October 23...
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In-Person Absentee voting ends
Early Voting Ends 5 p.m., Friday before election.
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Absentee Ballot Return Ends
Voted absentee ballots must be received — by the county clerk — by 8 p.m. for the Nov. 3 election. [§34-1005, Idaho Code]
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Election Day Voter Registration Deadline
Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on Election Day. I.C. § 34-408A.
Election Day Rules
Voting on Election Day in Idaho
Time off for voting
Confirm Idaho time-off-for-voting rules with state election officials or your employer before Election Day.
Voting at the polls on Election Day
Vote at your assigned polling place and review Idaho voter ID or check-in requirements before you go.
Can I register at the polls on Election Day?
Register before the listed Idaho deadline unless state or local election officials confirm an Election Day registration option for your address.