2026 Absentee & Early Voting Dates
Ballots are available starting 46 days before an election (except for March Township elections, which are available 30 days before the election). Relevant dates for this year's August primary and November general election are below.
Primary Election
Ballots available in person and mail: Friday, June 26
Start of early voting: Friday, July 24
Last day to vote early in person: Monday, August 10
Ballots must be received by: Tuesday, August 11
General Election
Ballots available in person and mail: Friday, September 18
Start of early voting: Friday, October 16
Last day to vote early in person: Monday, November 2
Ballots must be received by: Tuesday, November 3
Other Ways To Vote
Other ways to Vote
In Minnesota, you can vote early starting 46 days before Election Day. Read about your options to vote early by mail or in person at the links below.
Request an Absentee Ballot in the U.S.
Request an Absentee Ballot in the Military or Abroad
Return your Absentee Ballot by Mail or In Person
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Source: The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State