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Wisconsin elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Wisconsin​

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

Wisconsin 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 22, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail or Online: Deadline for voters to use mail or internet submission to register for partisan in the Partisan Primary. After this date, electors must register in person in the municipal clerk's office or at polling location.
  • August 7, 2026 — Write-in Candidates Filling Deadline: Deadline (12: 00pm) for write-in candidates to file a registration statement with the filing officer for the Partisan Primary.
  • August 7, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline to Vote In the Municipal Office or Other Locations: Deadline to Register to vote in Your Municipal Clerk’s Office or other designated location(s).
  • August 11, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: If you missed the voter registration deadline, you can register to Vote at Your Polling Place on Election Day. Wis. Stat. §6. 29.

Online​

Online registration deadline is 20 days before Election Day.

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

Complete an Application for Voter Registration, Mail the completed application to your local municipal clerk (first-time voters must include proof of residency). Your voter registration form, along with proof of residence must be postmarked 20 days before Election Day

Deadlines

In Person​

Deadline to Register in Your Municipal Clerk’s Office - Register with your local municipal clerk by 5 p. m. (or the close of business) on the Friday before the election.

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Same Day Registration: Available

If you missed the voter registration deadline, you can register to Vote at Your Polling Place on Election Day. Wis. Stat. §6. 29

Military Overseas: Available

You are eligible to register to vote through the Federal Voting Assistance Program by completing the Voter Registration and Absentee Ballot Request Federal Post Card Application (FPCA Form 76) if you are: A member of the military stationed outside of Wisconsin. The dependent of a member of the military stationed outside of the state. A WI resident living overseas. The FPCA serves as BOTH voter registration and a request for an absentee ballot. Military and overseas voters can also register to vote using the methods outlined above. Unlike regular voters, you CAN request your absentee ballot when registering online. Click here for additional information

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 Wisconsin​

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 22, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail or Online: Deadline for voters to use mail or internet submission to register for partisan in the Partisan Primary. After this date, electors must register in person in the municipal clerk's office or at polling location.
  • July 28, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting begins: First day for clerks to issue in person absentee ballots at the clerk's office or designated alternate location(s). Early voting starts the fourteen days preceding the election (in-person absentee).
  • August 6, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Deadline - UOCAVA: Deadline (5: 00pm) for regular and overseas electors to request absentee ballots by mail (online, email or fax) for the Partisan Primary.
  • August 7, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Deadline by Mail, Online, Email or Fax: Deadline (5: 00pm) for calendar year absentee ballot requests to be submitted by mail, online, email or fax to receive absentee ballot for Partisan Primary.
  • August 9, 2026 — Deadline for Absentee Ballot Request in Person: Last day for electors (except hospitalized electors and sequestered jurors) to make application in person for absentee ballots. Final date set by municipalities.

Voter ID requirements in Wisconsin​

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

Wisconsin election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — August 11, 2026​

State and Federal primaries are held on the second Tuesday in August preceding the November general election to select the nominees of the major political parties for partisan offices, except candidates for President and Vice President of the United States. WI ST 5. 02

Important dates​

  • July 22, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail or Online: Deadline for voters to use mail or internet submission to register for partisan in the Partisan Primary. After this date, electors must register in person in the municipal clerk's office or at polling location.
  • July 28, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting begins: First day for clerks to issue in person absentee ballots at the clerk's office or designated alternate location(s). Early voting starts the fourteen days preceding the election (in-person absentee).
  • August 6, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Deadline - UOCAVA: Deadline (5: 00pm) for regular and overseas electors to request absentee ballots by mail (online, email or fax) for the Partisan Primary.
  • August 7, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Deadline by Mail, Online, Email or Fax: Deadline (5: 00pm) for calendar year absentee ballot requests to be submitted by mail, online, email or fax to receive absentee ballot for Partisan Primary.
  • August 7, 2026 — Write-in Candidates Filling Deadline: Deadline (12: 00pm) for write-in candidates to file a registration statement with the filing officer for the Partisan Primary.
  • August 7, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline to Vote In the Municipal Office or Other Locations: Deadline to Register to vote in Your Municipal Clerk’s Office or other designated location(s).
  • August 9, 2026 — Deadline for Absentee Ballot Request in Person: Last day for electors (except hospitalized electors and sequestered jurors) to make application in person for absentee ballots. Final date set by municipalities.
  • August 11, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: If you missed the voter registration deadline, you can register to Vote at Your Polling Place on Election Day. Wis. Stat. §6. 29.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • October 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Complete an Application for Voter Registration, Mail the completed application to your local municipal clerk (first-time voters must include proof of residency). Your voter registration form, along with proof of residence must be postmarked 20 days before Election Day.
  • October 14, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: Online registration deadline is 20 days before Election Day.
  • October 20, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting begins: Early voting starts the fourteen days preceding the election (in-person absentee).
  • October 30, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Deadline to Register in Your Municipal Clerk’s Office - Register with your local municipal clerk by 5 p. m. (or the close of business) on the Friday before the election.
  • November 1, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting ends: Early voting ends 7 p. m. or close of business on the Sunday preceding the election. **Note: ** The original date is November 1, which is a Sunday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - November 2
  • November 3, 2026 — Election Day Voter Registration Deadline: If you missed the voter registration deadline, you can register to Vote at Your Polling Place on Election Day. Wis. Stat. §6. 29.

Official Wisconsin 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.