Absentee Voting

Are you ready for the election? For more information on absentee voting, or to register to vote, go to Michigan.gov/Vote.

New voters register from home

  • Recommended: Register by mail/online at Michigan.gov/Vote by Oct. 19.
  • If necessary, registration is available by bringing proof of residency to your local clerk’s office up to and on Election Day.

Apply from home for a ballot

  • Apply or download an application at Michigan.gov/Vote.
    • Accessible applications are also available. Or you may request an application from your local clerk.
  • Recommended: Sign up to automatically receive an application to vote at home in every election

Vote from home with an absent voter ballot

  • Ballots must be received by the clerk by 8 p.m. Election Day
    • Return your ballot to a drop box (if your local clerk has one) or in person to your clerk’s office. (Call first for locations and hours.)
  • Or return your ballot by mail as soon as possible and at least two weeks before Election Day.