Poll hours: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ohio poll hours for the next listed election are 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m..
State Election Guide
Ohio election dates and voter deadlines
Ohio 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 Ohio election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.
What's on the Ohio ballot in 2026?
Ohio's current statewide calendar includes Ohio General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
Who can vote in primaries in Ohio?
Voters, in Ohio primary election can choose to vote for candidates of either political party or choose to vote only on the issues, regardless of current or existing party affiliation. When voting, voters must request which ballot they prefer. If a voter...
Election Calendar
Ohio current and upcoming election dates
Ohio General Election 2026
November 3, 2026
November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of the month of November
Poll hours: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Official Ohio General Election 2026 source
Key deadlines
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Absentee ballots available
Military and Overseas Absentee Voting begins
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Absentee ballot return deadline
Non-UOCAVA absentee ballots must be received by your board of elections by 7:30PM.
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Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment
Deadline to Register to Vote. Boards of elections and the Ohio Secretary of State's office are open until 9 p.m.
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Early voting begins
Starting the day after the close of voter registration, registered voters may cast an early in-person ballot at their county board of elections.Absentee Voting by Mail begins
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Absentee ballot request deadline
Absentee ballot applications must be received by your board of elections by 8:30 p.m.
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In-Person Absentee voting ends
Early voting ends 2 p.m Monday before election.
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Absentee ballot return deadline - UOCAVA
UOCAVA absentee ballots must be received (by mail) by boards of elections by this date to be counted.
Election Day Rules
Voting on Election Day in Ohio
Time off for voting
Confirm Ohio 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 Ohio voter ID or check-in requirements before you go.
Can I register at the polls on Election Day?
Register before the listed Ohio deadline unless state or local election officials confirm an Election Day registration option for your address.