On this page
2026 Elections
How to Vote in Arkansas: 2028 Deadlines, Early Voting & Poll Hours
Everything you need to vote in Arkansas for the November 7, 2028 general election — when to register, when early voting opens, how to vote by mail, and when polls close.
Rules as of September 17, 2026 · verify at Arkansas's official election site
Election Day
November 7, 2028
Quick Answer
- Register By
- 30 days before Election Day
- Early Voting
- Opens ≈ Oct 19, 2026
- Mail Ballot Request By
- 7 days before Election Day (mail/electronic); Friday before (in-person)
- Polls Close
- 7:30 p.m. CT
- Election Day
- November 7, 2028
Build your Arkansas voting plan
Choose how you plan to vote and we'll narrow the checklist below to the steps and dates that apply to you.
- 1
See rule
- 2
See rule
- 3
See rule
- 4
See rule
- 5
Nov 7, 2028
What's on Your Arkansas Ballot
Every U.S. House seat is up for election every two years. Whether a U.S. Senate seat is also on the ballot depends on the state.
U.S. House of Representatives
All of Arkansas's U.S. House seats are on the 2028 ballot. View Arkansas's current delegation →
U.S. Senate
On the ballotThe November matchup: Tom Cotton (R) vs Hallie Shoffner (D) vs Jeff Wadlin (L).
Arkansas Supreme Court
Decided earlierArkansas's 2028 Arkansas Supreme Court seats were decided before November. Local judges may be on your ballot too. How Arkansas chooses its judges →
To see every race you will vote on — including judges and local measures — check your sample ballot from your county or local election office, starting at Arkansas's official election site.
Find your Arkansas representative and senators
Enter your address to see exactly who represents you before you vote.
Voter Registration in Arkansas
To vote in the November 7, 2028 general election, register by 30 days before Election Day.
Dates marked ≈ are computed from state statute and can shift with county practice. Confirm your exact deadline and check your registration status at Arkansas's official site.
Early Voting in Arkansas
Early voting opens ≈ October 19, 2026 — 15 days before Election Day. It runs through 5 p.m. the Monday before Election Day.
Confirm exact locations and hours — which vary by county — at Arkansas's official election site.
Voting by Mail in Arkansas
Arkansas requires a qualifying excuse to vote by mail. Request deadline: 7 days before Election Day (mail/electronic); Friday before (in-person).
Return rule: Must be received by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day; hand-delivered ballots by close of business the Friday before
Track your ballot: look up your record at Arkansas's voter portal to see when your ballot was mailed, received and accepted.
Details and request forms are at Arkansas's official election site.
Voter ID Requirements in Arkansas
A photo ID is required to cast a regular ballot. A voter without one casts a provisional ballot and must return with acceptable ID (typically within a few days) for it to count.
See the full list of accepted ID at Arkansas's official election site.
Poll Hours in Arkansas
Polls are open until 7:30 p.m. CT on November 7, 2028.
See how Arkansas's closing time compares nationwide on the full poll closing times by state page, or confirm your local hours at Arkansas's official election site.
When Arkansas Certifies Its Results
Election-night totals are unofficial. The count becomes official in two steps:
- Local: County boards of election commissioners — by about November 18, 2026. Between 48 hours and 15 days after the election.
- Statewide: Secretary of state and governor — December 18, 2026 on the 2026 calendar. Within 30 days of receiving every county’s results.
Certifying is a required step, not a second vote on the result. What happens if a local board won’t sign off, every state’s deadlines and how a result can be challenged are on how election results are certified.
Live on Congress Countdown
Live countdown to Election Day — and every date in between
Registration deadlines, early voting, and the full 2026 election calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the deadline to register to vote in Arkansas?
30 days before Election Day Confirm the exact date at https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/.
Can I vote early in person in Arkansas?
Yes. Early voting opens around October 19, 2026 (15 days before Election Day) and runs through 5 p.m. the Monday before Election Day.
Do I need ID to vote in Arkansas?
A photo ID is required to cast a regular ballot. A voter without one casts a provisional ballot and must return with acceptable ID (typically within a few days) for it to count.
When do polls close in Arkansas?
Polls close 7:30 p.m. CT on November 7, 2028.
How do I vote by mail in Arkansas?
Request a ballot (an excuse is required) — 7 days before Election Day (mail/electronic); Friday before (in-person). Must be received by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day; hand-delivered ballots by close of business the Friday before
Is it too late to register to vote in Arkansas?
30 days before Election Day Confirm at https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/.
How do I track my mail ballot in Arkansas?
Look up your voter record at Arkansas's voter portal (https://www.voterview.ar-nova.org/VoterView) to see when your ballot was mailed, received and accepted.
Where can I see a sample ballot for Arkansas?
Your county or local election office publishes sample ballots before each election. They list every race you will vote on, including judges and local measures. Start at Arkansas's official election site (https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/).