YOUR VOTE IS
YOUR VOICE.
Make a plan.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Before you vote, make sure you are registered, know where
you vote, understand what is on your ballot, and know what identification you may need.
Important 2026 Dates
September 19, 2026
In-person absentee voting begins
October 5, 2026
Voter registration deadline for the November 3 election
October 31, 2026
In-person absentee voting deadline; Circuit Clerk offices also open
8 A.M. –Noon that Saturday
November 3, 2026
Election Day;
polls open 7 A.M. – 7 P.M.
November 10, 2026
Deadline for mailed absentee ballots to be received, according to current Secretary of State guidance
Why does my vote matter?
Voting is the cornerstone of democracy. It is the fundamental right upon which all of our civil liberties rest. A strong and healthy democracy must include the voices of all citizens.
However, voting can be complicated, time consuming, and stressful. Mississippi has a long history of voter supression and disenfranchisement; this year, it's more important than ever to vote your values and make sure that your voice is heard.
Mississippians deserve leaders who are dedicated to making our state a better place for all—your vote makes a difference.
Make Your Voting Plan
1. Register or check your registration
Register by October 5, 2026. If you are already registered, check your registration information before Election Day and make sure your name and address are current.
2. Know where you vote
Register by October 5, 2026. If you are already registered, check your registration information before Election Day and make sure your name and address are current.
3. Learn what is on your ballot
Review your sample ballot before you vote. Your ballot may include federal, state, county, municipal, judicial, or other offices and measures depending on where you live.
4. Know your voting options
Mississippi voters who qualify may vote in person on Election Day or use absentee voting procedures. Most absentee voters vote in person at the Circuit Clerk’s Office; certain voters may qualify to vote by mail.
5. Bring acceptable photo ID
Mississippi generally requires voters voting in person at the polls or voting absentee in person at the Circuit Clerk’s Office to present an acceptable photo ID. If you do not have an acceptable ID, you may be entitled to cast an affidavit ballot and have a limited period to provide acceptable identification.
Election Day
Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. If you are in line at the time polls close, follow the instructions of election officials. If a problem occurs, ask a poll worker for help and document what happened.
Your Voting Resource Hub
Register to Vote
The deadline to register for the November 3, 2026 election is October 5, 2026. You may register in person through your Circuit Clerk’s Office, Municipal Clerk’s Office, Department of Public Safety, or another authorized state or federal agency offering government services. Mail-in applications must be postmarked by the applicable deadline. Already registered? Check your registration before Election Day to make sure your information is current.
Every qualified Mississippi voter has the right to participate in elections without threats, intimidation, or improper interference. If you encounter a problem at the polls, ask a poll worker for assistance. If your name does not appear on the poll book or you cannot provide acceptable photo identification, ask about an affidavit ballot.
Sample Ballots
Your ballot depends on where you live. Use the official election resources to locate your sample ballot and review the offices and measures that will appear on your ballot.
Your polling location may change. Confirm your polling place before Election Day. Do not rely only on a previous election’s polling location.
Y’all Vote is the Mississippi Secretary of State’s official voter-information resource. Use it for registration, election dates, voter ID, polling-place information, absentee voting, and other election administration information.
Provisional / Affidavit Ballots
If there is a question about your eligibility or identification at the polls, ask about an affidavit ballot. Mississippi law provides procedures for voters who cannot present acceptable photo ID and for certain voters whose names do not appear in the poll book.
Accessibility
Voters with disabilities may request assistance consistent with election law. The Magnolia Ballot should provide an accessible way to reach official election information and should include a prominent link to Mississippi disability-voting resources. For all election-administration information, link directly to the Mississippi Secretary of State’s current pages and update the copy if official guidance changes.