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South Carolina Elections
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South Carolina General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · South Carolina

How to Vote

Registration Deadlines

Register to vote
Online
Sunday, October 4, 20265 months
By Mail
Monday, October 5, 20265 months
In Person
Friday, October 2, 20265 months

Voting

Early Voting Starts
Monday, October 19, 20265 months
Early Voting Ends
Saturday, October 31, 20266 months
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, November 3, 20266 months

Contests

21 races on the ballot

Federal

U.S. Senate South Carolina

South Carolina

9 Candidates

Mark HackettConstitution Party
Jason BrenkusLibertarian Party
Kasie WhitenerLibertarian Party
Jack EllisonIndependent
Cindy GlaserIndependent
Don LouisIndependent
Paul SedletskyIndependent
Edward StrungeIndependent
Reece Wright-McDonaldIndependent
State

South Carolina House of Representatives District 15

South Carolina House of Representatives District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Melissa CoutureLibertarian Party
State

South Carolina Superintendent of Education

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Ellen WeaverRepublican Party
State

South Carolina House of Representatives District 2

South Carolina House of Representatives District 2

Candidate (Uncontested)

Chris Des MaraisLibertarian Party
Federal

U.S. House South Carolina District 2

South Carolina District 2

Candidate (Uncontested)

Dayna Alane SmithWorkers Party
State

South Carolina House of Representatives District 78

South Carolina House of Representatives District 78

Candidate (Uncontested)

Angelo JoynerLibertarian Party
State

South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture

South Carolina

2 Candidates

DeShawn BlandingDemocratic Party
Michael SullensLibertarian Party
Federal

U.S. House South Carolina District 5

South Carolina District 5

Candidate (Uncontested)

Andy KaplanForward Party
State

South Carolina Secretary of State

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mark HammondRepublican Party
State

Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mike ReichenbachRepublican Party
State

South Carolina House of Representatives District 61

South Carolina House of Representatives District 61

Candidate (Uncontested)

David HerndonLibertarian Party
Federal

U.S. House South Carolina District 3

South Carolina District 3

Candidate (Uncontested)

Brian CorrieaLibertarian Party
State

South Carolina House of Representatives District 75

South Carolina House of Representatives District 75

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joshua ParksLibertarian Party
State

South Carolina Comptroller General

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Mike BurkholdRepublican Party
Federal

U.S. House South Carolina District 4

South Carolina District 4

Candidate (Uncontested)

Jessica EthridgeLibertarian Party
State

Attorney General of South Carolina

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Richard HricikDemocratic Party
State

Governor

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Walid HakimGreen Party
State

South Carolina Treasurer

South Carolina

Candidate (Uncontested)

Curtis LoftisRepublican Party
Federal

U.S. House South Carolina District 1

South Carolina District 1

4 Candidates

Margo EllisAlliance Party
Bill ReesideLibertarian Party
Paul VolkmanLibertarian Party
Clayton CuteriIndependentWrite-in
State

South Carolina House of Representatives District 69

South Carolina House of Representatives District 69

Candidate (Uncontested)

Allen BroadusLibertarian Party
Federal

U.S. House South Carolina District 6

South Carolina District 6

Candidate (Uncontested)

Joseph OddoAlliance Party

Voter FAQ

Can I register to vote online?
South Carolina offers online voter registration.To register online in South Carolina, you need a Social Security number and either a South Carolina driver’s license or a South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) ID. If you don’t have a South Carolina-issued ID, you can still register by mail. Watch this video about online voter registration from the South Carolina State Election Commission.
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.Learn more by visiting the South Carolina State Election Commission website or contacting your local election office.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View official ballot information on the South Carolina State Election Commission website, if available.
How do I contact my state election office?
State Election Commission1122 Lady Street, Suite 500 Columbia, SC 29201Telephone: (803) 734-9060
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
You will be asked to show photo ID to vote in South Carolina. Acceptable forms include: South Carolina driver's license or South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles ID Card (includes standard license and REAL ID) South Carolina Concealed Weapons Permit South Carolina voter registration card with photo US military ID (includes all Department of Defense photo IDs and Veterans Affairs benefits card) US passport (includes US Passport ID Card)Voters without ID: If you have a reasonable impediment to obtaining photo ID, you may vote a provisional ballot after showing your non-photo voter registration card. If you do not have photo ID and do not have a reasonable impediment to obtaining one, or you simply forgot to bring it with you to the polls, you may still vote a provisional ballot. However, for your vote to be counted, you must provide one of the photo IDs to the election commission prior to certification of the election (usually Thursday or Friday after the election).
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 South Carolina you must: be a United States citizenbe at least 18 years old on or before the next electionbe a resident of South Carolina in the county and precinct in which you are registeringclaim the address on your voter registration application as your only legal place of residence and claim no other place as your legal residencenot be under a court order declaring you mentally incompetentnot be confined in any public prison resulting from a conviction of a crimenever have been convicted of a felony or offense against the election laws OR if previously convicted, have served the entire sentence, including probation or parole, or have received a pardon for the conviction
How do I vote if I'm in the military or live overseas?
Active-duty military, their families, and overseas citizens can register to vote and request their absentee ballot using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). The FPCA process is done by mail, but your state may offer other options to request and return ballots. Please contact your local election office for more information about delivery and return methods, including email, fax, and state online portals. To follow the FPCA process:Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA), or download a copy. Your local election office may have questions, so please provide an email address or phone number where they can reach you.Send the application to your local election office.It is never too early to submit an FPCA! Please do so as soon as possible.Please fill out and send back your ballot as soon as you receive it.States begin mailing absentee ballots at least 45 days before Election Day. If you haven't received your ballot by 30 days before Election Day, contact your local election office.If your ballot does not arrive after you submit your FPCA, contact your local election office first. Then: You can still vote using the Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB). Print, sign, and mail your FWAB to your local election office.If you mail a FWAB and then receive your regular absentee ballot, you should complete and mail your absentee ballot also. Election officials will ensure that only one ballot is counted.The Federal Voting Assistance Program offers additional information on military and overseas voting in South Carolina. You can also call 1-800-438-VOTE (8683) or email vote@fvap.gov