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Wyoming elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Wyoming​

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

Wyoming voters may register 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​

  • August 3, 2026 — Voter Registration Closes For Primary Election: Voters may register and vote at their polling places Voters may still register in person and cast an absentee ballot from August 4 to August 17, 2026.
  • August 18, 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. Wy. Stat. §22-3-104.

Online​

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

By Mail​

If you cannot register in person at any of your county's locations, you may register by mail. Send your completed voter registration application to your county clerk. Your voter registration form must be postmarked 15 days before Election Day. All applicants, except military and overseas citizens, must have this form notarized before mailing.

Deadlines

In Person​

You may register in person at the county clerk or town clerk’s office.

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. Wy. Stat. §22-3-104

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.

Absentee and early voting in Wyoming​

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 2, 2026 — Absentee Voting Begins - UOCAVA: First day for Uniformed and Overseas Citizens to vote absentee.
  • July 21, 2026 — Absentee Voting – Primary Election (begins, ends Mon, Aug 17): Absentee voting for primary election; absentee ballots for primary election sent to voters. Ballots may still be received by the County Clerk up until 7 p. m. on election day. W. S. 22-9-105, 22-9-107. Early voting starts 28 days before Election Day(in-person absentee).
  • August 3, 2026 — Voter Registration Closes For Primary Election: Voters may register and vote at their polling places Voters may still register in person and cast an absentee ballot from August 4 to August 17, 2026.
  • August 17, 2026 — Absentee voting ends: Early voting ends the day before Election Day.

Voter ID requirements in Wyoming​

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

Wyoming election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — August 18, 2026​

State and Federal primaries are held on the first Tuesday after the third Monday 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. WY ST § 22-2-104

Important dates​

  • May 29, 2026 — Candidates Filling Deadline: Final day for candidates affiliated with major political parties to file.
  • July 2, 2026 — Absentee Voting Begins - UOCAVA: First day for Uniformed and Overseas Citizens to vote absentee.
  • July 21, 2026 — Absentee Voting – Primary Election (begins, ends Mon, Aug 17): Absentee voting for primary election; absentee ballots for primary election sent to voters. Ballots may still be received by the County Clerk up until 7 p. m. on election day. W. S. 22-9-105, 22-9-107. Early voting starts 28 days before Election Day(in-person absentee).
  • August 3, 2026 — Voter Registration Closes For Primary Election: Voters may register and vote at their polling places Voters may still register in person and cast an absentee ballot from August 4 to August 17, 2026.
  • August 17, 2026 — Absentee voting ends: Early voting ends the day before Election Day.
  • August 18, 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. Wy. Stat. §22-3-104.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • October 6, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting begins: Early voting starts 28 days before Election Day(in-person absentee).
  • October 19, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You may register in person at the county clerk or town clerk’s office.
  • October 19, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: If you cannot register in person at any of your county's locations, you may register by mail. Send your completed voter registration application to your county clerk. Your voter registration form must be postmarked 15 days before Election Day. All applicants, except military and overseas citizens, must have this form notarized before mailing.
  • November 2, 2026 — In-Person Absentee voting ends: Early voting ends the day before Election Day.
  • 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. Wy. Stat. §22-3-104.

Official Wyoming 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.