Poll hours: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Please note that polls are open from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM on Election Day. In emergency situations, your polling location may change.
State Election Guide
West Virginia election dates and voter deadlines
West Virginia 2026 election calendar with upcoming election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, poll hours, and official sources.
Before You Vote
Key voting questions
How can I find my polling location?
Voter Information Lookup can help you check your voter registration status, check your polling place location, and view your sample ballot.
What's on the West Virginia ballot in 2026?
West Virginia's current statewide calendar includes West Virginia General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
Who can vote in primaries in West Virginia?
Voters registered with one of the state’s four recognized political parties (Democratic, Libertarian, Mountain or Republican) can either vote that party’s ballot or the nonpartisan ballot. Voters registered with another party or with no party can choose which...
Election Calendar
West Virginia current and upcoming election dates
West Virginia General Election 2026
November 3, 2026
November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of the month of November
Poll hours: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Official West Virginia General Election 2026 source
Key deadlines
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Absentee ballot return deadline
The last day for the County Clerk to accept hand delivered absentee ballots by mail is no later than 1 day preceding the election. No person may personally deliver more than two absentee ballots in any election. - W. Va...
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Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment
If you prefer to complete your voter registration form by hand, you may download a blank voter registration form to mail.
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Voter Registration Deadline In Person
If you prefer to complete your voter registration form by hand, you may download a blank voter registration form deliver in-person.
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Voter Registration Deadline Online
You may apply to register to vote or update your information online. Online registration deadline is 21 days before Election Day.
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Early voting begins
Early voting starts 13 days before Election Day. voters can vote early at the county courthouse, courthouse annex, or a designated community voting location during regular business hours. In addition, early voting must...
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Absentee ballot request deadline
County clerks must receive absentee ballot applications from voters no later than the 6 th day before the election. The County Clerk must mail ballots within one business day of receiving an absentee application from an...
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Early voting ends
Early voting ends three business days before election.
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Absentee ballot return deadline
No later than the close of polls Election Day, accept absentee ballots submitted electronically by eligible military and overseas voters, eligible first responders, and eligible voters with physical disabilities. - W...
Election Day Rules
Voting on Election Day in West Virginia
Time off for voting: Yes
You can request up to 3 hours off from your employer, without taking leave or a deduction of pay, if you do not have at least 3 hours before or after work that you can go to the polls to vote. This request must be made in writing and be given to your employer at least 3 days prior to election day. If you have time before or after work to go to the polls to vote, this provision does not apply to you.
Voting at the polls on Election Day
The poll worker will show your name and address on the list of voters. He or she will then ask you to verify your information and sign
Voter ID: Non-strict photo ID
Can I register at the polls on Election Day?
No. West Virginia does not list same-day voter registration. You must register by the voter registration deadline to vote in an election in West Virginia.