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Georgia elections in 2026

This page lists Georgia statewide election dates, voter registration deadlines, absentee and early voting timelines, poll hours, and official election resources.

At a glance​

Register to vote in Georgia​

Start with the official Georgia voter registration page. The section below highlights registration methods and the deadlines tied to the next statewide election on this page.

Georgia voters may register online, by mail, or in person. Registration deadlines may vary by election type or method where noted.

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You can go to your local county board of registrars' office or election office, public library, public assistance office, recruitment office, schools, and other government offices for a mail-in registration form. Voter registration is a county function. Georgia counties issue precinct cards after reviewing and processing applications. Please allow the county at least 3 to 4 weeks before contacting your county.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Download, complete, and mail a voter registration application. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: Register to vote online through the Secretary of State’s online voter registration system. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.

Online​

Register to vote online through the Secretary of State’s online voter registration system. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

Download, complete, and mail a voter registration application. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.

Deadlines

In Person​

You can go to your local county board of registrars' office or election office, public library, public assistance office, recruitment office, schools, and other government offices for a mail-in registration form. Voter registration is a county function. Georgia counties issue precinct cards after reviewing and processing applications. Please allow the county at least 3 to 4 weeks before contacting your county.

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Military Overseas: Available

Military and overseas voters may have additional registration options.

Additional registration notes​

Other Registration Option

The National Mail Voter Registration Form may also be available where accepted.

Registration Status

Consider yourself registered when- and only when- you receive an acknowledgment from your county clerk. Never assume you are registered to vote until you have received this acknowledgment. Please allow the county at least 3 to 4 weeks before contacting your county.

Absentee and early voting in Georgia​

These absentee and early voting deadlines are tied to the next statewide election listed on this page. Local procedures can vary, so confirm final details with your local election office.

  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You can go to your local county board of registrars' office or election office, public library, public assistance office, recruitment office, schools, and other government offices for a mail-in registration form. Voter registration is a county function. Georgia counties issue precinct cards after reviewing and processing applications. Please allow the county at least 3 to 4 weeks before contacting your county.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Download, complete, and mail a voter registration application. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.
  • October 13, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts the Fourth Monday prior to a primary or election; as soon as possible prior to a runoff.
  • October 30, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends Friday immediately prior to a primary, election or runoff.

Voter ID requirements in Georgia​

Review the current voter ID rules before you vote: Georgia voter ID requirements.

Georgia election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — May 19, 2026​

Congressional and State Primary elections are held on the third Tuesday in May.

Important dates​

  • April 20, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You can go to your local county board of registrars' office or election office, public library, public assistance office, recruitment office, schools, and other government offices for a mail-in registration form. Voter registration is a county function. Georgia counties issue precinct cards after reviewing and processing applications. Please allow the county at least 3 to 4 weeks before contacting your county.
  • April 20, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Download, complete, and mail a voter registration application. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.
  • April 20, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: Register to vote online through the Secretary of State’s online voter registration system. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.
  • April 27, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts the Fourth Monday prior to a primary or election; as soon as possible prior to a runoff.
  • May 15, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends Friday immediately prior to a primary, election or runoff.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of November

Important dates​

  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You can go to your local county board of registrars' office or election office, public library, public assistance office, recruitment office, schools, and other government offices for a mail-in registration form. Voter registration is a county function. Georgia counties issue precinct cards after reviewing and processing applications. Please allow the county at least 3 to 4 weeks before contacting your county.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Download, complete, and mail a voter registration application. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: Register to vote online through the Secretary of State’s online voter registration system. You must be registered at least 30 days before an election to vote in that election.
  • October 13, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts the Fourth Monday prior to a primary or election; as soon as possible prior to a runoff.
  • October 30, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends Friday immediately prior to a primary, election or runoff.

Official Georgia election resources​

Use these official and state-specific resources to confirm dates, registration rules, absentee voting requirements, voter ID rules, and local procedures.

What may vary locally​

Election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, and voting hours apply to statewide elections in most cases. However, Check with your Town Clerk for the hours of voting, and voter registration deadlines as they vary by town. Please be advised that these dates are updated regularly but are subject to scheduling changes at the local level.