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Kansas elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Kansas​

Start with the official [Kansas voter registration page](https://sos.ks.gov/elections/voter-information.html?ref=voteusa_en\). The section below highlights registration methods and the deadlines tied to the next statewide election on this page.

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

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election.
  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election. In order to be eligible to vote in that election, your application must be postmarked on or before that date.
  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: To register to vote online, you must have a valid Kansas driver's license or non-driver's identification card. Online registration deadline is 21 days before Election Day.

Online​

To register to vote online, you must have a valid Kansas driver's license or non-driver's identification card. Online registration deadline is 21 days before Election Day

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

Voter registration closes 21 days before any election. In order to be eligible to vote in that election, your application must be postmarked on or before that date.

Deadlines

In Person​

Voter registration closes 21 days before any election

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. 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 Kansas​

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.

  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election. In order to be eligible to vote in that election, your application must be postmarked on or before that date.
  • July 15, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early Voting Begins Twenty days before election OR Tuesday before Election Day(varies by county).
  • July 28, 2026 — In-person early voting begins: In-person advance voting must begin for all counties.
  • August 3, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends at noon the day before Election Day.

Voter ID requirements in Kansas​

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

Kansas election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — August 4, 2026​

A primary election is held on the first Tuesday in August in even-numbered years for the nomination of all candidates to be voted for at the next following general election. KS Art. 2 Ch25-204

Important dates​

  • June 1, 2026 — Deadline to file as a candidate.: Deadline to file as a candidate.
  • June 1, 2026 — Deadline to change party affiliation: Deadline for Kansans to change party affiliation.
  • June 20, 2026 — Deadline to transmit UOCAVA ballots.: Deadline to transmit UOCAVA ballots.
  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election.
  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election. In order to be eligible to vote in that election, your application must be postmarked on or before that date.
  • July 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: To register to vote online, you must have a valid Kansas driver's license or non-driver's identification card. Online registration deadline is 21 days before Election Day.
  • July 15, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early Voting Begins Twenty days before election OR Tuesday before Election Day(varies by county).
  • July 28, 2026 — In-person early voting begins: In-person advance voting must begin for all counties.
  • August 3, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends at noon the day before Election Day.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • September 19, 2026 — Deadline to transmit UOCAVA ballots: Deadline to transmit UOCAVA ballots
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election.
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration closes 21 days before any election. In order to be eligible to vote in that election, your application must be postmarked on or before that date.
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: To register to vote online, you must have a valid Kansas driver's license or non-driver's identification card. Online registration deadline is 21 days before Election Day.
  • October 14, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early Voting Begins Twenty days before election OR Tuesday before Election Day(varies by county).
  • October 27, 2026 — In-person voting begins for all counties: In-person advance voting must begin for all counties
  • November 2, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends at noon the day before Election Day.

Official Kansas 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.