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How to Vote in Michigan: 2028 Deadlines, Early Voting & Poll Hours
Everything you need to vote in Michigan 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 Michigan's official election site
Election Day
November 7, 2028
Quick Answer
- Register By
- 15 days before Election Day
- Early Voting
- Opens ≈ Oct 24, 2026
- Mail Ballot Request By
- 4 days before Election Day (mail); 4 p.m. the day before (in-person)
- Polls Close
- 8 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. CT (last close 9:00 p.m. ET)
- Election Day
- November 7, 2028
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Same-day registration
Same-day registration is available during early voting and on Election Day.
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Early voting opens
Second Saturday before Election Day Nine days of early voting, Saturday through the Sunday before Election Day. Cities and townships may offer more.
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Election Day
Polls close 8 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. CT (last polls close 9:00 p.m. ET). Four Upper Peninsula counties are on Central time, so Michigan is not fully closed until 9 p.m. ET.
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What's on Your Michigan 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 Michigan's U.S. House seats are on the 2028 ballot. View Michigan's current delegation →
U.S. Senate
On the ballotThe November matchup: Mike Rogers (R) vs Abdul El-Sayed (D).
Michigan Supreme Court
On the ballot2 seats are on the 2028 ballot. Local judges may be on your ballot too. See the candidates and how Michigan chooses 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 Michigan's official election site.
Find your Michigan representative and senators
Enter your address to see exactly who represents you before you vote.
Voter Registration in Michigan
To vote in the November 7, 2028 general election, register by 15 days before Election Day.
Michigan also allows same-day registration during early voting and on 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 Michigan's official site.
Early Voting in Michigan
Early voting opens ≈ October 24, 2026 — Second Saturday before Election Day. It runs through Sunday before Election Day.
Nine days of early voting, Saturday through the Sunday before Election Day. Cities and townships may offer more.
Confirm exact locations and hours — which vary by county — at Michigan's official election site.
Voting by Mail in Michigan
Any registered voter in Michigan may request a mail ballot — no excuse required. Request deadline: 4 days before Election Day (mail); 4 p.m. the day before (in-person).
Return rule: Must be received by close of polls on Election Day
Track your ballot: look up your record at Michigan's voter portal to see when your ballot was mailed, received and accepted.
Details and request forms are at Michigan's official election site.
Voter ID Requirements in Michigan
A photo ID is requested, but a voter without one can still cast a ballot that counts without a later trip back — for example by signing an affidavit or having a provisional ballot verified some other way.
See the full list of accepted ID at Michigan's official election site.
Poll Hours in Michigan
Polls are open until 8 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. CT on November 7, 2028 — because Michigan spans more than one time zone, the last polls in the state close at 9:00 p.m. ET. Four Upper Peninsula counties are on Central time, so Michigan is not fully closed until 9 p.m. ET.
See how Michigan's closing time compares nationwide on the full poll closing times by state page, or confirm your local hours at Michigan's official election site.
When Michigan Certifies Its Results
Election-night totals are unofficial. The count becomes official in two steps:
- Local: County boards of canvassers — by about November 17, 2026. Within 14 days of the election.
- Statewide: Board of State Canvassers — November 23, 2026 on the 2026 calendar. Deadline for the state canvass to begin; certification follows.
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 Michigan?
15 days before Election Day Confirm the exact date at https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/.
Can I vote early in person in Michigan?
Yes. Early voting opens around October 24, 2026 (Second Saturday before Election Day) and runs through Sunday before Election Day.
Do I need ID to vote in Michigan?
A photo ID is requested, but a voter without one can still cast a ballot that counts without a later trip back — for example by signing an affidavit or having a provisional ballot verified some other way.
When do polls close in Michigan?
Polls close 8 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. CT (the last polls in the state close 9:00 p.m. ET) on November 7, 2028.
How do I vote by mail in Michigan?
Request a ballot (no excuse needed) — 4 days before Election Day (mail); 4 p.m. the day before (in-person). Must be received by close of polls on Election Day
Is it too late to register to vote in Michigan?
15 days before Election Day Confirm at https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/.
How do I track my mail ballot in Michigan?
Look up your voter record at Michigan's voter portal (https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Voter/Index) to see when your ballot was mailed, received and accepted.
Where can I see a sample ballot for Michigan?
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 Michigan's official election site (https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/).