Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. mountain time on Election Day.
State Election Guide
Utah election dates and voter deadlines
Utah 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?
Voter Information Lookup can help you check your voter registration status, check your polling place location, and view your sample ballot.
What's on the Utah ballot in 2026?
Utah's current statewide calendar includes Utah General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
Who can vote in primaries in Utah?
The state law permits political parties to choose whether to allow unaffiliated voters or voters not registered with the party to participate in their nominating contests before each election cycle. The Democratic Party allows party members and unaffiliated...
Election Calendar
Utah current and upcoming election dates
Utah General Election 2026
November 3, 2026
November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of the month of November
Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Official Utah General Election 2026 source
Key deadlines
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Write-In candidates ballot access deadline
Last day for a write-in candidate to declare candidacy with the election officer by 5 PM MST
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Absentee ballot issuance deadline - UOCAVA
Ballots transmitted to UOCAVA by this day
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Early voting begins
Early voting starts 14 days before Election Day.
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Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment
To register by mail, complete a State of Utah Mail-In Voter Registration Form and send it to your local county clerk's office at least 11 days before Election Day.
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Voter Registration Deadline In Person
Voter registration must be received by the county clerk before 5:00 pm on the 11th day before the election day. However, voters may register to vote at an early voting location or at a polling location on election Day.
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Voter Registration Deadline Online
Registering online at the website voter.utah.gov. A valid Utah driver license or valid Utah ID is required. Online registration deadline is 11 days before Election Day.
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Absentee ballot request deadline
Last day to request a ballot (does not apply to UOCAVA)
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Absentee ballot request deadline - UOCAVA
Last day for a UOCAVA voter to submit an application for an absentee ballot
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Election Day Voter Registration Deadline
Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on Election Day. UCA 20A-2-207.
Election Day Rules
Voting on Election Day in Utah
Time off for voting: Yes
Employees who do not have 3 consecutive hours when not required to be at work during the hours polls are open are entitled to up to 2 paid hours leave to vote. The employee must request leave before Election Day. The employer can set the time for leave, but employee requests for leave at the beginning or end of work hours shall be granted.
Voting at the polls on Election Day
You will not be eligible to vote during early voting, but you will be able to vote on Election Day at your polling location.
Voter ID: Non-strict non-photo ID
Can I register at the polls on Election Day?
Yes. Utah lists same-day or Election Day registration. Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on Election Day. UCA 20A-2-207 Voters may register to vote at an early voting location or at a polling location on election Day.