★ Easiest in Florida
Option 1 of 3
Vote early, in person
- When
- Oct 24 – Oct 31
8 days · weekends included
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Counties may expand to 15 days. 8-12 hours per day required.
Florida
You have three ways to cast a ballot. Here's the easiest one for you.
Option 2 of 3
Vote by mail
- When
- Request by Oct 22
- Return deadline
- Must arrive by Election Day
No excuse required
Return by mail or at any drop box, vote center, or county office
Requests now expire each general election cycle.
Option 3 of 3
Vote on Election Day
- When
- Tue, Nov 3
Polls open on Election Day
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October 2026
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What's on your federal ballot
U.S. Senate (Special Election): Ashley Moody, who was appointed, is defending the seat.
Special election to fill Marco Rubio's seat. Moody was appointed in 2025.
For specific candidates and updates, visit your state's official election office (opens in new tab).
U.S. House: All 28 of Florida's House seats are on the ballot.
For specific candidates, visit your state's official election office (opens in new tab).
Last updated: May 3, 2026. Race information changes as candidates file and primaries finalize. Always verify with your state's election office for the most current information.
── What to bring
Florida requires photo ID.
Photo ID with signature required.
Bring one of these
- Driver's license or state-issued non-driver ID
- U.S. passport or passport card
- Military or veteran ID
- Tribal enrollment card
- Concealed carry permit (in some states)
Lists vary by state. Florida's full accepted-ID list is on its election authority site.
No ID? You can still vote. Sign an affidavit/declaration form at the polling site and your ballot still counts. Don't let anyone turn you away.
── Registration
No same-day registration. Register before the deadline.
Not registered yet? Register at vote.gov (opens in new tab). It's the federal government's portal and routes you to Florida's election authority.
Trouble at the polls?
Long lines, broken machines, anyone challenging your right to vote. Call. Lawyers answer in seconds.
Sources
- Florida election authority via vote.gov (opens in new tab)
- In-repo data file
data/states.ts· last reviewed 2026-04-30