Voter Checklist

Voter Checklist

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Are you ready to vote? The November 5 Election is right around the corner! 

Do you already have a plan to vote? Send this page to 3 friends to remind them to Be A Voter! 

Register to Vote

  • The deadline to register to vote online or by mail is October 16. But don't worry if you missed that deadline – you have other options!
  • You can register or update your address at your early voting location before November 3 or at your polling place on Election Day. If you plan to vote after registering, make sure you have a valid form of photo ID. 
  • Make sure you have a proof of residence document for registration. Some examples of acceptable documents include: a paystub, bank statement, or a WI Driver License with your current name/address. 

Proof of Residence

Be an Informed Voter

  • Some races on the ballot include: US Senate, US House, State Senate, State Assembly, County Clerk and more
  • Voters will have a constitutional amendment on their ballot and some may have other referendum questions.
  • Visit MyVote.Wi.Gov to view your ballot. 
  • Learn more about the candidates at VOTE411. You can find unbiased candidate information in both English and Spanish

Candidate Info

Have an Absentee Ballot?

  • Find instructions on completing your absentee ballot. Make sure you are thorough and double-check you followed all of the directions.
  • Make a plan to return your absentee ballot in the mail at least one week prior to November 5.  
  • Less than a week away from Election Day? It's too late to mail your ballot, but don't worry you have options! Return your own ballot to a drop box (check with your clerk if you don't know if your community is using drop boxes this fall), your clerk's office or clerk-designated return locations on Election Day (like your polling place or central count location for communities that use central count).
  • Voters with a disability who need assistance may have someone return their absentee ballot other than their employer, agent of that employer, or officer or agent of their union. If you are told otherwise, please contact the Disability Rights WI Voter Hotline: 844-347-8683 / info [at] disabilityvote.org

Track Your Ballot

Vote Early

Vote Early Times

Election Day Voting

  • Election Day is November 5.
  • Make sure you bring a valid form of photo ID. 
  • Don't forget to double-check your polling place location. 
  • Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT. If you are in line before the polls close, stay in line! 

Find Your Polling Place

Finding Help

  • Have general voting questions? Need help getting an acceptable photo ID? Call the Voter Helpline for assistance in English or Spanish: 608-285-2141
  • For disability-related voting questions, call the Disability Rights Wisconsin Voter Hotline: 1-844-347-8683
  • Facing or witnessing voter intimidation or suppression? Call 866-OUR-VOTE
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