How to Vote in Connecticut: 2026 Deadlines, Early Voting & Poll Hours

To vote in the November 3, 2026 general election, register by ≈ October 27, 2026 — 7 days before Election Day.

Connecticut also allows same-day registration on Election Day itself.

Dates marked ≈ are computed from state statute and can shift with county practice. Confirm your exact deadline and check your registration status at Connecticut's official site.

Early voting opens ≈ October 19, 2026 — 15 days before Election Day. It runs through 2 days before Election Day.

Confirm exact locations and hours — which vary by county — at Connecticut's official election site.

Any registered voter in Connecticut may request a mail ballot — no excuse required. Request deadline: Day before Election Day.

Return rule: Must be received by close of polls on Election Day; hand-delivered ballots by the day before

Details and request forms are at Connecticut's official election site.

A non-photo document showing name and address (such as a utility bill or bank statement) is accepted alongside or instead of a photo ID.

See the full list of accepted ID at Connecticut's official election site.

Polls are open until 8 p.m. ET on November 3, 2026.

See how Connecticut's closing time compares nationwide on the full poll closing times by state page, or confirm your local hours at Connecticut's official election site.