Your 2026 voting guide November 3
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Find your deadline, mail-voting rules, and what to bring to the polls.
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Voting in Ohio.
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County boards of elections and the Secretary of State's office are open until 9 p.m. on October 5.
Voting by mail
No excuse needed
Mail voting is available without stating an excuse. Check Ohio's site to see whether a ballot is sent automatically or must be requested, and when to return it.
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At the polls
Bring an accepted photo ID
Check Ohio's accepted IDs and options if you do not have one.
Rule source ↗These are statewide rules. Local voting details can vary, so confirm your polling place and plan with the official Ohio election office.