Choose the voting method that works for you. Deadlines depend on that method. Check the time and delivery requirements, not just the date. Military, overseas, and emergency voting may have separate rules.
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Register
Register online or with the official paper application. If you miss the regular deadline, use your town’s designated same-day registration location during early voting or on Election Day. Bring the required identification and proof of residence.
Mailed registration postmark deadline
Postmark your registration application by October 16. If you miss this deadline, same-day registration remains available during early voting and on Election Day.
Registrars hold registration hours from 9 a.m.–8 p.m. October 16. Applications through DMV or another registration agency are due by that agency’s close of business.
Register and vote at your town’s designated same-day registration location during early-voting hours. Bring the required identity and residence documents.
Session of registrars of voters to admit those seeking to vote in the general election whose qualification as to age, citizenship, or residence was attained since October 16, 2026.
Election Day same-day registration
Eligible residents may register and vote at the town’s designated same-day registration location on Election Day. Confirm the location and required documents before visiting.
Connecticut now allows eligible registered voters to request an absentee ballot without an excuse. Apply online or submit the paper form to your town clerk. Print and sign your name on the return envelope, and follow the official return instructions.
Absentee ballots become available
Town clerks begin issuing general-election absentee ballots October 2. Any eligible registered voter may apply without giving an excuse.
Your town clerk must receive your ballot by 8 p.m. November 3. Use the official drop box when mailing time is short; confirm office hours before a direct hand return.
November 3, 2026. Poll hours: 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Eastern time. Check your official ballot, voting location, and identification requirements before you go.
Date labels compare calendar dates in Eastern time; “Today” does not mean the cutoff time has not passed. Confirm local times with your election office.
Before You Vote
Key voting questions
How can I find my polling location?
Use the Connecticut election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.
Connecticut voter information lookup
Use Connecticut’s voter information resource to review your personal voting information.
Connecticut's current statewide calendar includes Connecticut General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
Connecticut’s Democratic and Republican primaries require party enrollment. Unaffiliated voters must enroll by the applicable deadline. Voters switching parties for the August 11, 2026 primary had a May 11 deadline; early-voting enrollment deadlines differ from Primary Day deadlines.
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