2026 Midterm Elections - Frequently Asked Questions
When is Election Day?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and anyone in line by 8:00 p.m. is entitled to vote.
What do I need to vote?
Voters must present an acceptable photo ID to receive a regular ballot. Examples of qualifying IDs include:
-Driver license or Wisconsin State ID
-Passport
-Student ID issued by an accredited Wisconsin college, university, or technical college
-Veteran ID card or a U.S. Uniformed Services ID card
Not all IDs within these categories automatically qualify. For complete requirements, visit the Wisconsin Elections Commission's acceptable photo ID page.
Where do I vote?
Visit MyVote.wi.gov and select "Find My Polling Place." Enter your registered voting address to find your assigned polling location.
How do I know if I'm registered to vote?
Visit MyVote.wi.gov and select "My Voter Info" to check your registration status.
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Yes. Wisconsin allows eligible voters to register at their polling place on Election Day. Voters must provide proof of residence and an acceptable photo ID to receive a regular ballot. Proof of residence must display your current address and may include:
-Gas, electric, or telephone service statement from the last 90 days
-Residential lease, if effective on date of registration
-Driver’s license or Wisconsin state ID card (even if also used as your photo ID)
-Real estate tax bill from this year or last year
-Proof of residence documents must meet Wisconsin Elections Commission requirements and generally show the voter's name and current residential address. Documents may be presented electronically, including on a phone.
What's on my ballot?
Visit MyVote.wi.gov to view a sample ballot.
I have an absentee ballot. Can I still return it?
Absentee ballots must be received by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day to be counted. Voters should contact their municipal clerk to confirm available return options, which may include:
-Delivering the ballot to the municipal clerk's office during designated hours.
-Using an authorized absentee ballot drop box, if available.
-Returning the ballot to their assigned polling place, where permitted by the municipality.
Important: Some clerk offices and drop boxes may close before 8:00 p.m. Voters should confirm the location and deadline before returning their ballot.
Can I still mail my absentee ballot?
No, the Wisconsin Elections Commission recommends mailing absentee ballots at least 14 days before Election Day due to potential USPS delays, so voters should contact their municipal clerk about available alternatives.
I already mailed my absentee ballot. How do I know if it was received?
Voters can check their ballot status, including whether their municipal clerk has received it, through MyVote.wi.gov's Track My Ballot feature.
If the ballot has not been received, contact your municipal clerk for guidance.
I was told I was not on the voter registration list at my polling place – what can I do?
-Confirm your voter registration: voters should visit MyVote.wi.gov and select “My Voter Info” to check registration status and address.
-Confirm your polling place: voters should visit MyVote.wi.gov and select “Find My Polling Place.” Enter registered voting address to find the assigned polling location.
-If you’re registered and at the correct polling place, do not leave. Call 1-866-VOTE-WIS (1-866-868-3947) to speak with someone at the Wisconsin Elections Commission.
-Did you recently move? Voters must live at their new address for 28 days before Election Day, so if you’ve moved more recently you may need to vote using your previous address and polling place. If it has been more than 28 days, you can use same-day voter registration at the new polling location with proof of residence and an acceptable photo ID to receive a regular ballot.
I have more general questions. Who do I contact?
Voters can reach out to their municipal clerk or contact the Wisconsin Elections Commission at 608-266-8005 or 1-866-VOTE-WIS (1-866-868-3947) toll free.
What else can the Wisconsin Elections Commission help me with?
Voters can reach out to the Wisconsin Elections Commission to file a complaint regarding violations of election laws, to submit an election related comment, or to submit a report related to accessibility here.
I need to report an effort to commit fraud or corruption in the voting process. Who do I contact?
Voters can start by contacting their County District Attorney. Based on where you're located, voters can also contact the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Wisconsin at 414-297-1700 or the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Wisconsin at 608-264-5158.
I need to report actual or attempted acts of discrimination or intimidation in the voting process. Who do I contact?
Voters can contact the U.S. Department of Justice at 1-800-253-3931.
I need to report potential ethical violations by a Wisconsin state official. Who do I contact?
Voters can contact the State of Wisconsin Ethics Commission here.
I need to get connected with a lawyer or the most appropriate legal resource. Who do I contact?
Voters can contact the Wisconsin State Bar Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800 362-9082.
I need to get connected with an immigration lawyer. Who do I contact?
Voters can contact the American Immigration Lawyers Association here.
I want to learn more about my rights during encounters with law enforcement and military troops. Where can I go?
What else can the American Civil Liberties Union help me with?
Voters can learn more about voting rights, resisting voter intimidation efforts, and access assistance at the polls here.