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How to vote in Kentucky — November 3, 2026
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- Am I registered to vote in Kentucky?Check on GoVoteKY (vrsws.sos.ky.gov/ovrweb/govoteky). It also shows your polling place.
- Can I still register to vote?No. Kentucky voter registration for the 2026 general election closed October 5, 2026. Kentucky does not have Election Day registration.
- What ID do I need to vote in Kentucky?Kentucky asks for a photo ID, such as a Kentucky driver’s license or state ID card, U.S. passport, or military ID. If you don’t have one, ask your poll worker about the other ways to verify your identity.
- When can I vote early?No-excuse early in-person voting runs Thursday, October 29 through Saturday, October 31, 2026. Find your county’s early voting sites on the Kentucky voter information center.
- How do I return my absentee ballot?Mail-in absentee ballots must reach your county clerk by 6 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2026. The request deadline was October 20.
- What are the polling hours on Election Day?Polls are open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (Kentucky spans the Eastern and Central time zones). If you are in line by 6 p.m., you can vote.
- Can I bring notes into the voting booth?Yes. You may bring a printed or written list of your choices, such as your ballot plan.
Official sources: GoVoteKY · Kentucky voter information center · Absentee voting by mail.