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Mississippi elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Mississippi​

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

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

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • May 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline:: Voter Registration Deadline: Applicants who register in-person today and those who mail registration applications post-marked no later than today are eligible to vote in the General Election for the Mississippi Levee Districts (Washington, Bolivar, Humphreys, and Sharkey Counties).

Online​

Online is not currently listed as an available registration option for Mississippi.

By Mail​

Mailed-in must be postmarked 30 days before Election Day.

Deadlines

In Person​

An application for voter registration must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Circuit Clerk’s Office located in the county of your voting residence no later than 30 days before an election.

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Military Overseas: Available

All military voters and overseas voters must be registered to vote in order to obtain a ballot for the November election.

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 Mississippi​

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.

  • May 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline:: Voter Registration Deadline: Applicants who register in-person today and those who mail registration applications post-marked no later than today are eligible to vote in the General Election for the Mississippi Levee Districts (Washington, Bolivar, Humphreys, and Sharkey Counties).
  • May 30, 2026 — Deadline for In-Person Absentee Voting in Mississippi Levee Board Election:: Deadline for In-Person Absentee Voting in Mississippi Levee Board Election: Circuit Clerk’s Offices MUST remain open from 8: 00 a. m. until noon for in-person absentee voting for the Mississippi Levee Board Election (Washington, Bolivar, Humphreys, and Sharkey Counties).

Voter ID requirements in Mississippi​

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

Mississippi election dates for 2026​

Presidential Primary Election — March 10, 2026​

Presidential preference primaries and first congressional primaries of all political parties will be held on the second Tuesday in March before the November general election. MS ST 23-25-1081

Important dates​

  • February 9, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Mailed-in must be postmarked 30 days before Election Day.
  • February 9, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: An application for voter registration must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Circuit Clerk’s Office located in the county of your voting residence no later than 30 days before an election.
  • February 28, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting begins: QUALIFIED ELECTOR CAN VOTE EARLY NOT MORE THAN 21 DAYS NOR LESS THAN FIVE DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF AN ELECTION; TO PROVIDE THAT EARLY VOTING MAY BE CONDUCTED IN THE REGISTRAR'S OFFICE OR AT A LOCATION DESIGNATED BY THE REGISTRAR. **Note: ** The original date is February 28, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - February 30
  • March 7, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting ends: Any ballots cast by the absent elector appearing in person in the office of the registrar shall be cast not later than 12: 00 noon on the Saturday immediately preceding elections held on Tuesday, the Thursday immediately preceding elections held on Saturday, or the second day immediately preceding the date of elections held on other days. **Note: ** The original date is March 7, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - March 9

General Election — June 2, 2026​

Mississippi Levee Board General Election. Bolivar, Humphreys, Sharkey & Washington counties.

Important dates​

  • May 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline:: Voter Registration Deadline: Applicants who register in-person today and those who mail registration applications post-marked no later than today are eligible to vote in the General Election for the Mississippi Levee Districts (Washington, Bolivar, Humphreys, and Sharkey Counties).
  • May 30, 2026 — Deadline for In-Person Absentee Voting in Mississippi Levee Board Election:: Deadline for In-Person Absentee Voting in Mississippi Levee Board Election: Circuit Clerk’s Offices MUST remain open from 8: 00 a. m. until noon for in-person absentee voting for the Mississippi Levee Board Election (Washington, Bolivar, Humphreys, and Sharkey Counties).

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • September 4, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Applications Available: Absentee Ballot Applications: Must be available in the Circuit Clerk’s Office.
  • September 9, 2026 — General Election Sample Ballot Deadline: General Election Sample Ballot Deadline: MSOS publishes a sample of the official November General Election Ballot in SEMS.
  • September 24, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Deadline for Permanently Disabled Voters: Absentee Ballot Deadline for Permanently Disabled Voters: Circuit Clerk’s Offices mail absentee ballots to voters on the permanently disabled list
  • September 24, 2026 — UOCAVA Absentee Ballot Deadline: UOCAVA Absentee Ballot Deadline: Circuit Clerks' Offices send absentee ballots for first and second Primary Elections by mail, email, or fax to UOCAVA voters.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Mailed-in must be postmarked 30 days before Election Day.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: An application for voter registration must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Circuit Clerk’s Office located in the county of your voting residence no later than 30 days before an election.
  • October 24, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting begins: QUALIFIED ELECTOR CAN VOTE EARLY NOT MORE THAN 21 DAYS NOR LESS THAN FIVE DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF AN ELECTION; TO PROVIDE THAT EARLY VOTING MAY BE CONDUCTED IN THE REGISTRAR'S OFFICE OR AT A LOCATION DESIGNATED BY THE REGISTRAR. **Note: ** The original date is October 24, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - October 26
  • October 31, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting ends: Any ballots cast by the absent elector appearing in person in the office of the registrar shall be cast not later than 12: 00 noon on the Saturday immediately preceding elections held on Tuesday, the Thursday immediately preceding elections held on Saturday, or the second day immediately preceding the date of elections held on other days. **Note: ** The original date is October 31, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - October 33

Official Mississippi 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.