Voting in Massachusetts

How to vote in Massachusetts in 2026

Every deadline, rule, and official link — kept simple. When you're ready, build a personal plan with calendar reminders in about a minute.

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Key dates

State Primary: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Register online by: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Register by mail by: Saturday, October 24, 2026(postmarked)
Register in person by: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Request a mail ballot by: Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Deadlines shown are for the November 3, 2026 general election.

Register to vote

Online: 10 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 10 days before Election Day. In person: 10 days before Election Day.

Online — the fastest way
A few minutes on the official site.
Register online in Massachusetts
By mail
Print, sign, and mail the National Mail Voter Registration Form.
Get the national form (PDF)
In person
At your local election office or DMV.
Massachusetts election office

Already registered? Double-check.

Moved, changed your name, or just not sure? Check your registration status

Vote by mail

Any registered voter can vote by mail in Massachusetts. Received by 5pm, 5 business days before Election Day, but we recommend applying at least 7 days before Election Day

Returning it: Received by election day.

Request your Massachusetts mail ballot

Vote in person

Vote early where available (dates vary by county), or at your polling place on Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Find your polling place Massachusetts election office See what's on your ballot

Quick answers

Can I register to vote online in Massachusetts?

Yes — Massachusetts has official online registration (deadline: Saturday, October 24, 2026 for the general election). It usually takes a few minutes.

Do I need an excuse to vote by mail?

No — any registered voter in Massachusetts can request a mail ballot, no excuse needed.

Can I register on Election Day?

No — same-day registration isn't available in Massachusetts, so the advance deadline is the one that counts. Online: 10 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 10 days before Election Day. In person: 10 days before Election Day.

When are the 2026 elections?

State Primary: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Turn this into your plan

Three questions, then every Massachusetts deadline lands on your calendar with reminders.

Make your voting plan

Compiled from official state sources, vote.gov, and Ballotpedia (2026 calendars). Rules occasionally change — when it matters, confirm with the Massachusetts election office. Found an error? Tell us.