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A state judge ruled that Michigan must count ballots that are postmarked by Nov. 2 and arrive before election results are certified. The decision also lifted restrictions on who can return someone else’s absentee ballot. However, Republicans are suing to overturn the decision.
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Five easy steps to vote by mail in
Michigan
Updated Oct 12, 2020
Register to vote
Your deadline to register online is October 19. You can register here.
If registering by mail, make sure it's postmarked by October 19, or received by November 3 if done in person!
Get your ballot
If you're a registered voter in Michigan, you should be receiving an application in the mail. This is not your ballot! Make sure your application is in before the deadline so you can receive an actual ballot.
Make sure your application is received by October 30 whether returning it in person, by mail, or applying online.
Fill in your ballot
Make sure you completely fill in your selections and double-check everything you write in.
Not sure where to research candidates and referendums? Resources like BallotReady provide clear, non-partisan explanations for everything.
Sign and seal
Most ballots have specific instructions on how and where to sign and seal both ballot and envelope. Read the instructions carefully.
Mail in or drop off ballot
In Michigan, your voted ballot must be returned to your local Clerk's office or via dropbox.
Make sure to drop your ballot off by November 3.
If sending by mail, your ballot needs to be received by November 3, but you want to send it as soon as possible to allow ample time for processing.
