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Hawaii elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Hawaii​

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

Hawaii voters may register online, by mail, or in person. Registration deadlines may vary by election type or method where noted. Same-day registration may also be available where noted.

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • July 29, 2026 — Deadline for voters to submit a paper Voter Registration Application for the Primary Election t: Deadline to register to vote using a paper Voter Registration Application for the Primary Election
  • August 8, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: You must have a current Hawaii Driver’s License or State ID, and a social security number to complete an application online. Voters may register online at any time. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10
  • August 8, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place duringEarly voting period through Election Day. HRS § 11-15. 2. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10

Online​

You must have a current Hawaii Driver’s License or State ID, and a social security number to complete an application online. Voters may register online at any time.

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

Please print & submit a complete application to your clerk office

Deadlines

In Person​

Visit the Office of Elections or your Clerk’s Office to submit an application in person. Paper Voter Registration Applications must be submitted to your County Elections Division by 4: 30 PM on the tenth day before each election.

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Same Day Registration: Available

Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place duringEarly voting period through Election Day. HRS § 11-15. 2

Military Overseas: Available

All military and overseas voters must be registered to vote in order to obtain a ballot. UOCAVA voters can register by completing a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA).

Additional registration notes​

Other Registration Option

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

General

Once you are registered, you do not need to re-register for another election unless your information - residence address, mailing address, or name change.

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. Call your county clerk and inquire about the status of your application. Check your voter registration status online by visiting this site

Absentee and early voting in Hawaii​

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.

  • August 1, 2026 — Deadline to request an absentee ballot: Deadline for registered voters who are away from their Hawaii residence to submit an Absentee Application to have their ballot mailed to an alternate mailing address for the Primary Election. Applications must be received by the County Elections Division by this date. (HRS §15-4)
  • August 8, 2026 — All-Mail voting ends: Early voting ends at 7 p. m on Election day. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10
  • August 8, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place duringEarly voting period through Election Day. HRS § 11-15. 2. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10

Voter ID requirements in Hawaii​

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

Hawaii election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — August 8, 2026​

Congressional and State Primary elections are held on the second Saturday of August in every even numbered year.

Important dates​

  • June 2, 2026 — Candidate filing ends: Deadline to file nomination papers to become a candidate for the 2026 Elections. Nomination papers are filed with the Office of Elections or County Elections Division. (HRS §12-6)
  • July 29, 2026 — Deadline for voters to submit a paper Voter Registration Application for the Primary Election t: Deadline to register to vote using a paper Voter Registration Application for the Primary Election
  • August 1, 2026 — Deadline to request an absentee ballot: Deadline for registered voters who are away from their Hawaii residence to submit an Absentee Application to have their ballot mailed to an alternate mailing address for the Primary Election. Applications must be received by the County Elections Division by this date. (HRS §15-4)
  • August 8, 2026 — All-Mail voting ends: Early voting ends at 7 p. m on Election day. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10
  • August 8, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: You must have a current Hawaii Driver’s License or State ID, and a social security number to complete an application online. Voters may register online at any time. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10
  • August 8, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place duringEarly voting period through Election Day. HRS § 11-15. 2. **Note: ** The original date is August 8, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - August 10

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • August 20, 2026 — Deadline to submit ballot questions: Deadline for the State Senate Clerk’s Office, State House Clerk’s Office, and County Clerk’s Office to submit Constitutional Amendment questions, County Charter Amendment questions, and County Initiative questions for placement on the General Election ballot. Questions are submitted to the Office of Elections. (HRS §11-119)
  • September 18, 2026 — Deadline to send General Election ballots to overseas voters: Deadline for County Elections Division to mail General Election ballots to overseas voters. (52 USC §20302 & HRS §15D-9)
  • October 16, 2026 — Voters receive their General Election mail ballot packet: Voters receive their General Election mail ballot packet at least 18 days before the election. (HRS §11-102) Places of deposit may open as early as the mailing of ballots, as determined by the County Elections Division. (HRS §11-109)
  • October 20, 2026 — Voter service centers open - In person voting: Voter service centers open. Services include accessible in person voting and same day registration. (HRS §§11-15. 2 & 11-109)
  • October 26, 2026 — Deadline to register to vote using a paper Voter Registration Application for the General Election: Deadline for voters to submit a paper Voter Registration Application for the General Election to the County Elections Division. (HRS §11-24) Paper applications must be postmarked to the County Elections Division by this date. After this date, applicants may continue to register for the General Election using the Online Voter Registration System or at a voter service center. (HRS §11-15. 2)
  • October 27, 2026 — Deadline to request an absentee ballot: Deadline for registered voters who are away from their Hawaii residence to submit an Absentee Application to have their ballot mailed to an alternate mailing address for the General Election. Applications must be received by the County Elections Division by this date. (HRS §15-4)
  • November 3, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: You must have a current Hawaii Driver’s License or State ID, and a social security number to complete an application online. Voters may register online at any time.
  • November 3, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place duringEarly voting period through Election Day. HRS § 11-15. 2.

Official Hawaii 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.