Request an absentee ballot

Either online or submit a paper application.

If you want to vote from home, we recommend that you request your ballot no later than April 15 to give yourself enough time to receive your ballot, complete it, and return it to your city or township clerk by the deadline.

Absentee Ballots Available

March 27 is the first day that you can vote in person, with an absentee ballot, at your city or township clerk’s office.

Last day to register to vote online or by mail

Starting April 22, you’ll need to register to vote in person at your city or township clerk’s office with proof of residency

Last Day to Mail Absentee Ballot

For most voters, this is the last day we recommend returning your ballot by mail to avoid postal delays. Starting April 23, we recommend returning your ballot in person to your city or township clerk’s office or satellite office, or to a secure drop box provided by your clerk.

Early Voting

Early voting isn’t required in local elections. Contact your clerk to find out whether and where you can vote early in person for the May 6 Election.

Deadline to request an absentee ballot if you are registered to vote

Deadline to request an absentee ballot at your city or township clerk’s office if you’re registered to vote where you live. After 4 pm, you must vote at your polling place on Election Day if you haven’t already requested an absentee ballot.

Election Day!

Polls are open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. local time. If you need to register to vote, you can register and then vote at your city or township clerk’s office until 8 p.m. If you’re voting absentee, your city or township clerk must receive your absentee ballot by 8 p.m. – unless you’re serving in the military or living overseas (your ballot must be postmarked by Election Day (May 6) and received by May 12 to count).