Make a voting plan
You can register to vote and vote in person at the clerk’s office where you are registered. But we suggest voting early to avoid lines!
Are you eligible to vote?
- You must be a U.S. Citizen.
- At least 18 years old by Election Day. You may register to vote at age 17, provided you will be 18 on or before Election Day.
- A resident of the city or township where you are applying to register to vote.
Register to vote
Not sure if you're registered to vote? Visit TurboVote to:
- Check voter registration
- Register to vote
- Make a voting plan
- Get election reminders
Voting in Michigan
In the state of Michigan, you can check or update your voter registration at the Michigan Voter Information Center.
Register to vote online in Michigan up to 15 days before an election. You must have a valid Michigan driver’s license or state ID to register online. After that deadline, you can register in person with your Michigan clerk’s office through Election Day. Bring proof of residency.
Note: You must establish residency in the Michigan city or township where you want to vote 30 days prior to an election.
Vote early
Early voting in Michigan lets any registered voter cast a ballot in person before Election Day, in an experience similar to voting at the polls.
For statewide and federal elections, early voting runs for at least nine days, starting the second Saturday before Election Day and ending the Sunday before. You can only vote at your assigned early voting site. Registration isn’t offered at most early voting sites, so make sure you’re registered at your current address first.
Vote at the polls on Election Day
Polls in Michigan are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. You must vote where you are registered.
When you arrive to your polling location, you will be asked to show ID. If you don’t have one, you can still vote by signing a form that says you didn’t have an ID. Your vote will still be counted.
Vote by mail
All registered voters in Michigan have the right to vote by mail and may request an absent voter ballot without providing a reason. You must be a registered voter to receive an absent voter ballot, but you can register and apply for an absent voter ballot at the same time.
Your absentee ballot must be in your clerk’s hands by Election Day; allow at least two weeks for mail to travel. If postage is necessary, only one stamp is required to mail your ballot.
Voting by mail is a safe way to vote, and the process is secure and accurate.