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Idaho election dates and voting deadlines for 2026

Idaho 2026 election dates. Check county early voting, Election Day registration, and absentee ballot deadlines. Official sources included.

Next listed election: November 3, 2026

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Registration and ways to vote

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.

01

Register

Register online or submit a paper application before the cutoff. You can also register when voting in person with an accepted photo ID and proof of residence. Check the official requirements and your county’s voting location.

  • Pre-registration cutoff

    Pre-registration ends October 23 at 5 p.m. local time. If you miss it, register when voting in person with the required photo ID and proof of residence.

    Official deadline source
  • Election Day registration

    Register at your polling place on November 3 with an accepted photo ID and proof of residence. Check your polling location before traveling.

    Official deadline source
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Source review: 2026-10-19

02

Vote early

Starts October 13 or October 19 by county; ends October 30

  • Some counties begin early voting

    County start dates vary: some begin October 13, others October 19. This is not a statewide opening date. Use the official county schedule.

    Official deadline source
  • Early and in-person absentee voting ends

    The final day is October 30. Check your county’s location and closing time before visiting.

    Official deadline source
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Source review: 2026-10-19

03

Vote by mail

Any registered Idaho voter can request an absentee ballot. Apply online using the required credentials or send the signed form to your county. Follow signature instructions and return the ballot by the receipt deadline.

  • Absentee application receipt deadline

    Your county must receive your absentee request by 5 p.m. local time October 23. Request early to allow delivery time.

    Official deadline source
  • Absentee ballot receipt deadline

    Return your completed ballot to your county elections office or an official drop box by 8 p.m. November 3. A postmark does not extend the deadline.

    Official deadline source
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Source review: 2026-10-19

04

Election Day

November 3, 2026. Poll hours: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. local time (Pacific or Mountain, depending on county). Check your official ballot, voting location, and identification requirements before you go.

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Source review: 2026-10-19

Date labels compare calendar dates in Mountain 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 Idaho election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.

Idaho voter information lookup

Use Idaho’s voter information resource to review your personal voting information.

  • Check your Voter Registration Status
  • Check where you are registered to vote
  • Check your political party preference
  • Check your Polling Place Location
  • View Your Sample Ballot

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Who can vote in primaries in Idaho?

Idaho’s 2026 Democratic primary was open to all voters; Republican and Libertarian primaries required affiliation. Unaffiliated voters could affiliate when voting. Voters already in another party had to meet the earlier party-change deadline.

Idaho primary rules

Page generated: October 19, 2026. Generated from structured election data and official source links. Confirm final details with state or local election officials.