The Dates Your COMMUNITY Needs to Know

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Share these dates with your network so no one misses the window to participate in the November 3 midterm election. All dates confirmed by the Georgia Secretary of State. Click any date to add it to your calendar.

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August 17, 2026
Absentee Ballot Requests Open

Planning to vote by mail? You can begin requesting an absentee ballot today. The deadline to request one is October 23. Request must be received by your county registrar by this date. Apply online here.

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October 2, 2026
Check your voter registration

Are you registered? Is your info up to date? Check here.

Oct
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October 5, 2026
Last day to register to vote

Voter registration deadline for the November 3 midterm election. Verify your status or register here.

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October 13, 2026
Early voting begins

Advance voting opens across Georgia. Vote at any early voting location in your county. Find locations here.

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October 23, 2026
Last Day to Submit Your Absentee Ballot Application

Request must be received by your county registrar by this date. Apply online here.

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October 30, 2026
Last day of early voting

Friday, October 30 is the final day for advance (early) voting.

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November 3, 2026
Midterm Election Day
  • You can vote in person on Election Day from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. at your assigned polling place.  
  • If you are in line by 7 p.m. you will be allowed to vote.  
  • Bring an acceptable photo ID. Options include a Georgia driver’s license, a valid U.S. passport, or a Georgia voter ID card.
Nov
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November 3, 2026
Absentee Ballot Return Deadline

Absentee ballots must be received — not just postmarked — by 7 p.m.