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How to Vote in Georgia: 2028 Deadlines, Early Voting & Poll Hours
Everything you need to vote in Georgia 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 Georgia's official election site
Election Day
November 7, 2028
Quick Answer
- Register By
- 29 days before Election Day
- Early Voting
- Opens ≈ Oct 12, 2026
- Mail Ballot Request By
- 11 days before Election Day
- Polls Close
- 7 p.m. ET
- Election Day
- November 7, 2028
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Nov 7, 2028
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 2028 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.
Georgia Supreme Court
Decided earlierGeorgia's 2028 Georgia Supreme Court seats were decided before November. Local judges may be on your ballot too. How Georgia 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 Georgia's official election site.
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 7, 2028 general election, register by 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
Track your ballot: look up your record at Georgia's voter portal to see when your ballot was mailed, received and accepted.
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 7, 2028.
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.
When Georgia Certifies Its Results
Election-night totals are unofficial. The count becomes official in two steps:
- Local: County election superintendents — by about November 9, 2026. By 5 p.m. on the Monday after the election.
- Statewide: Secretary of state — November 20, 2026 on the 2026 calendar. For federal and statewide contests.
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 Georgia?
29 days before Election Day 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 7, 2028.
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
Is it too late to register to vote in Georgia?
29 days before Election Day Confirm at https://sos.ga.gov/elections-division-georgia-secretary-states-office.
How do I track my mail ballot in Georgia?
Look up your voter record at Georgia's voter portal (https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/) to see when your ballot was mailed, received and accepted.
Where can I see a sample ballot for Georgia?
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 Georgia's official election site (https://sos.ga.gov/elections-division-georgia-secretary-states-office).