Still need to register to vote? Want to cast your ballot before Election Day? You can do both this weekend!

Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1, are the final two days of Michigan’s required statewide early voting period before the November 3 General Election.

And there’s another important option: All Michigan city and township clerks must offer at least eight hours of weekend office hours for voter registration and in-person absentee voting.

That means even if you missed the October 19 online registration deadline, you still have time to register and vote.

Here’s how to make your plan for the final days before Election Day.

Not Registered Yet? Visit Your Clerk’s Office This Weekend!

You can still register to vote, or update your registration address, in person at your city or township clerk’s office.

Since October 20, registration for the November 3 election has been available only in person, with proof of residency.

You can use documents such as a utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, or government document showing your name and current address. Proof of residency may be shown on paper or electronically.

After registering, you can request an absentee ballot, fill it out, and submit it right there at your clerk’s office.

You can register and vote during the same visit!

Every city and township clerk must offer at least eight hours of office hours over the October 31–November 1 weekend. Exact hours and locations vary by community.

Find your clerk’s office and weekend hours at mi.gov/vote.

Already Registered? Vote Early Through Sunday, November 1!

Michigan’s required nine-day early voting period runs from October 24 through Sunday, November 1.

Every community must offer at least eight hours of early in-person voting each day during this period.

Early voting works much like voting on Election Day. You’ll check in, receive a ballot, mark your choices, and insert your completed ballot into a tabulator.

Your early voting location may be different from your regular Election Day polling place. You must go to an early voting site assigned to your community.

Some communities also offer additional early voting days, including Monday, November 2. Check your local schedule before making plans for that day.

Find your assigned early voting site, dates, and hours at mi.gov/vote.

Have an Absentee Ballot? Return It Now!

If you’ve already received your absentee ballot, don’t wait to return it.

For most Michigan voters, completed absentee ballots must be received by their city or township clerk by 8:00 PM on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.

With Election Day this close, return your ballot in person rather than relying on the mail.

You can return it to your clerk’s office or an authorized secure ballot drop box. You can also bring your completed absentee ballot to your assigned early voting site and ask election workers about submitting it there.

If you’re returning your ballot in its envelope, make sure you’ve signed the ballot return envelope as instructed.

You can check whether your clerk has received your absentee ballot through the Centro de Información para Votantes de Michigan.

Important Dates Before Election Day

Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1

All Michigan city and township clerks must provide at least eight hours of weekend office hours for voter registration and in-person absentee voting. Check your clerk’s specific schedule.

Sunday, November 1

Last day of Michigan’s required statewide early voting period. Some communities may offer additional early voting on Monday, November 2.

Monday, November 2, at 4:00 PM

Deadline for voters already registered at their current address to request and vote an absentee ballot in person at their city or township clerk’s office.

Tuesday, November 3: Election Day!

Polls are open from De 7:00 a. m. a 8:00 p. m., hora local..

If you’re already registered and haven’t voted, go to your assigned Election Day polling place.

If you still need to register or update your address, go to your city or township clerk’s office with proof of residency. You can register and vote there until 8:00 PM on Election Day.

Absentee ballot deadline: For most voters, your completed ballot must reach your clerk by 8:00 PM on November 3.

Military and overseas voters: Special rules allow eligible ballots postmarked by November 3 and received by November 9 to be counted.

Need Help Voting? Call Election Protection!

If you have questions about your voting rights, run into a problem registering or voting, or need help finding information, contact the nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline:

866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)

Assistance is also available in other languages:

• Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)
• Arabic: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287)
• Asian languages: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)

Promote the Vote Fund is monitoring Michigan calls to the Election Protection Hotline through Election Day and responding to reported issues.

Make Your Voting Plan This Weekend!

If you still need to register, visit your clerk’s office with proof of residency.

If you’re registered and want to vote early, find your assigned early voting site.

If you have an absentee ballot, return it as soon as possible.

And if you’re planning to vote Tuesday, check your Election Day polling place before heading out.

Start at mi.gov/voto to check your registration, find your clerk, locate your early voting site or Election Day polling place, and review your sample ballot.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. You still have options to register and vote before then!