Michigan, it’s time to vote!
Michigan’s Midterm Election is on Tuesday, November 8th.
All eligible voters can choose to vote from home, vote in person before Election Day, or vote on Election Day.
Choose an option below to learn more:
If you encounter any barriers or are told you can not vote: Call or text the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)
Return Your Ballot
Your ballot must be received by 8 p.m. on November 8. You can choose how you want to return your ballot depending on which option works best for you:
- Return your absentee ballot in person to a secure drop box or take it inside to a member of the clerk’s staff.
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- Put your ballot in a secure drop box. Find the drop box nearest to you at: MichiganDropBox.com
- Drop your ballot off at your local clerk’s office. You can find your local clerk’s office here.
- Or have an immediate family member or someone who lives with you drop your ballot off at your local clerk’s office.
Vote in Person Before Election Day
All registered voters can vote before Election Day — that means you!
Your vote will be counted if you vote before Election Day, no matter which option you choose. You have options to vote early.
You can vote in person at your local clerk’s office.
- When you arrive at the office, ask for an application for an absentee ballot, fill it out, and return it to the staff.
- They will then give you an absentee ballot.
- Complete your ballot, place it in the provided envelope, and then sign and date the outside envelope. Return it to the staff.
You can find your local clerk’s office address and hours of operation here.
Vote on Election Day
Michigan’s Midterm Election is on Tuesday, November 8th 2022.
If you are registered to vote:
You must vote at your assigned polling place. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are in line by 8 p.m. at your polling place, you will be able to vote.
You can find your polling place online at the Michigan Voter Information Center here.
If you are not registered to vote:
You can complete your voter registration and vote on Election Day at your local clerk’s office. Make sure you bring one type (paper or electronic copy) of “proof of residency” with you.
- Your Michigan driver’s license or state ID card
- A utility bill with your name and address on it
- A bank statement with your name and address on it
- A paycheck with your name and address on it
- A government check with your name and address on it
- Any other government document with your name and address on it
You can find your local clerk’s office address and hours of operation here.