Minnesota Elections
Statewide7 months
Minnesota General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · Minnesota
How to Vote
Registration Deadlines
Register to voteOnline
Tuesday, October 13, 20266 months
By Mail
Tuesday, October 13, 20266 months
In Person
Monday, November 2, 20267 months
Same-day registration available
Voting
Early Voting Starts
Friday, September 18, 20265 months
Early Voting Ends
Monday, November 2, 20267 months
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, November 3, 20267 months
Contests
7 races on the ballot
Federal
US Representative
Minnesota District 6
2 Candidates
Kelly Doss
Austin Winkelman
State
Governor
Minnesota
3 Candidates
Federal
U.S. Senate Minnesota
Minnesota
Candidate (Uncontested)
Marisa Simonetti
Federal
US Representative
Minnesota District 8
2 Candidates
Jeremiah Liend
Bob Helland
Voter FAQ
Can I register to vote online?
Minnesota offers online voter registration.To register online in Minnesota, you need to provide your email address and ONE of the following: Minnesota driver’s license number, Minnesota identification card number, OR the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you don’t have a Minnesota-issued ID or Social Security number, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail.
Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.You can also register to vote and cast a ballot in person on Election Day.Learn more by visiting the Minnesota Secretary of State website or contacting your local election office.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View official ballot information on the Minnesota Secretary of State website, if available.
How do I contact my state election office?
Secretary of State20 W. 12th St., Ste. 210 Saint Paul, MN 55155Telephone: (877) 600-8683
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
You do not need to show ID to vote in Minnesota if your voter registration is current and active.If you registered by mail, you're voting for the first time in Minnesota, and your ID number could not be verified by the state, or if you are registering to vote on Election Day, you will have to show ID and a document with your current name and address when you vote in person. If you have not voted in the last four years, you must also show ID and a document with your current name and address when you vote in person. Acceptable IDs (can be expired) include: driver's license, state ID, or learner’s permit issued by any state US Passport US Military or Veteran ID Tribal ID with name, signature, and photo Minnesota university, college, or technical college ID Minnesota high school IDAcceptable documents (which can be shown on an electronic device) include: bill, account, or start-of-service statement due or dated within 30 days of the election for phone, TV, internet, utilities, banking or credit card, rent, or mortgage residential lease or rent agreement valid through Election Day current student fee statement Other methods to verify your identity include: registered voter from your precinct who can confirm your name and address notice of late registration valid registration in the same precinct college student ID (if a student housing list is provided) staff person of a residential facility who can confirm your name and address
How do I contact my local election office?
Visit your state’s site to find your local election office.
Who can register to vote?
To register in Minnesota you must: be a United States citizenbe a Minnesota resident for 20 days before the next electionmaintain residence at the address given on the registration formbe at least 16 years old (you must be at least 18 years old to vote)not currently be incarcerated for a conviction of a felony offensenot be under a court-ordered guardianship in which your right to vote has been revokednot be found by a court to be legally incompetent to vote
Register to Vote
Check that you're registered to vote on Minnesota's website. If you’re not registered: Register online by Oct 13. Your by mail registration form must be received by Oct 13.