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How to Vote in Georgia: 2026 Deadlines, Early Voting & Poll Hours
Everything you need to vote in Georgia for the November 3, 2026 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 Georgia's official election site
Election Day
November 3, 2026
Quick Answer
- Register By
- ≈ Oct 5, 2026 (29 days before Election Day)
- Early Voting
- Opens ≈ Oct 12, 2026
- Mail Ballot Request By
- ≈ Oct 23, 2026
- Polls Close
- 7 p.m. ET
- Election Day
- November 3, 2026
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What's on Your Georgia 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 Georgia's U.S. House seats are on the 2026 ballot. View Georgia's current delegation →
U.S. Senate
On the ballotThe November matchup: Mike Collins (R) vs Jon Ossoff (D). If no candidate wins a majority outright, the race goes to a runoff on December 1, 2026.
Find your Georgia representative and senators
Enter your address to see exactly who represents you before you vote.
Voter Registration in Georgia
To vote in the November 3, 2026 general election, register by ≈ October 5, 2026 — 29 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 Georgia's official site.
Early Voting in Georgia
Early voting opens ≈ October 12, 2026 — Fourth Monday before Election Day. It runs through Friday before Election Day.
Confirm exact locations and hours — which vary by county — at Georgia's official election site.
Voting by Mail in Georgia
Any registered voter in Georgia may request a mail ballot — no excuse required. Request deadline: 11 days before Election Day.
Return rule: Must be received by close of polls (7 p.m.) on Election Day
Details and request forms are at Georgia's official election site.
Voter ID Requirements in Georgia
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.
Spot-checked 2026-09-17: a voter without acceptable photo ID has three days to return with one for a provisional ballot to count.
See the full list of accepted ID at Georgia's official election site.
Poll Hours in Georgia
Polls are open until 7 p.m. ET on November 3, 2026.
See how Georgia's closing time compares nationwide on the full poll closing times by state page, or confirm your local hours at Georgia's official election site.
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 Georgia?
Online, the deadline is approximately October 5, 2026 (29 days before Election Day). Always confirm the exact date at https://sos.ga.gov/elections-division-georgia-secretary-states-office.
Can I vote early in person in Georgia?
Yes. Early voting opens around October 12, 2026 (Fourth Monday before Election Day) and runs through Friday before Election Day.
Do I need ID to vote in Georgia?
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 Georgia?
Polls close 7 p.m. ET on November 3, 2026.
How do I vote by mail in Georgia?
Request a ballot (no excuse needed) — 11 days before Election Day. Must be received by close of polls (7 p.m.) on Election Day
What if I miss Georgia's registration deadline?
Georgia does not offer same-day registration, so missing the deadline means you cannot vote in this election. Register early for next time at https://sos.ga.gov/elections-division-georgia-secretary-states-office.