Alaska Elections
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Bethel Regular Municipal Election
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 · Alaska
How to Vote
Registration Deadlines
Register to voteOnline
Sunday, September 6, 20264 days
By Mail
Sunday, September 6, 20264 days
In Person
Friday, September 4, 20262 days
Voting
Early Voting Starts
Monday, September 21, 20262 weeks
Early Voting Ends
Monday, October 5, 20261 month
Voter FAQ
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
No, this election does not offer in-person registration on Election Day.
Can I register to vote online?
Alaska offers online voter registration.To register online in Alaska, you must provide the last four digits of your Social Security number. You are also required to provide your Alaska driver’s license number OR state ID card number. The information you submit must match your Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record exactly. If you have not been issued any of these ID numbers, or if your information cannot be validated, you can still register by mail.
Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your Regional Elections Office for information on when and where to register to vote.Learn more by visiting the Alaska Division of Elections website or contacting your Regional Elections Office.
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
You will need to show ID to vote in Alaska. Acceptable forms of ID include: voter ID card driver's license state ID card birth certificate passport hunting or fishing license other current or valid photo IDYou may also present an original or a copy of one of the following forms of ID if it includes your name and current address: current utility bill bank statement paycheck government check other government issued documentVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a questioned ballot.
How do I vote in person?
Where can I vote on Election Day?You can look up where to vote on Alaska's site. Can I vote in person before Election Day?Yes, in-person voting is offered before Election Day in this election. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the in-person voting period before Election Day, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. Voting locations may be less crowded before Election Day, as well. Learn more about voting early in Alaska.In-person voting locations before Election Day may be different from where you vote on Election Day. Check Alaska’s site to find where to vote before Election Day. What do I need to bring?You will need to show ID to vote in Alaska. Acceptable forms of ID include: voter ID card driver's license state ID card birth certificate passport hunting or fishing license other current or valid photo IDYou may also present an original or a copy of one of the following forms of ID if it includes your name and current address: current utility bill bank statement paycheck government check other government issued documentVoters without ID: If you are unable to provide ID, you will be able to vote a questioned ballot.
How do I contact my local election office?
Contact your city election office to learn more about this election, or visit your state's site to find your Regional Elections Office.
What are key deadlines for this election?
Registration deadlinesIn-person at local election office:Sep 4Online:Sep 6By mail (postmarked by):Sep 6Absentee ballot deadlinesRequest ballot:Sep 26Voting deadlinesEarly voting:Sep 21 - Oct 5In-person:Oct 6
How do I vote by mail?
In Alaska, any registered voter can request to get a ballot by mail. Fill out the mail ballot application and submit the request to the Absentee and Petition Office. You can also request a mail ballot online using Alaska’s Online Absentee Ballot System.What should I do if I don’t get my ballot? If you don’t receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your city election office. How do I return my ballot?Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot. You can return your ballot by mail or in person. Contact your city election office for more information about where to return your ballot in person. If you choose to return your ballot through the mail, be sure to mail your ballot at least one week before the deadline to ensure it's timely postmarked. Keep in mind that USPS might not postmark your mail on the day it's dropped off. You can also request a manual postmark at the counter of a USPS office. Find a USPS location near you.What do I need to do if I’ve moved? What’s on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If you’ve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.