Be a Wisconsin Voter
Equipping every citizen with the tools and knowledge to participate fully in our democracy.
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Are you eligible?
You must . . .
- be a US citizen
- be 18 years old by Election Day
- have lived at your current Wisconsin address for 28 consecutive days by Election Day. If you moved in the last 28 days, you must use your previous address
- not be serving a sentence for a felony, including probation or parole.
All true? YOU ARE ELIGIBLE! -
Are you registered?
You must be registered with your current name at your current address.
Go to MyVote Wisconsin to verify your registration. You may be able to register to vote or update your name or address online.
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Do you have photo ID?
Wisconsin requires voters to show photo ID to receive a ballot. A driver license from another state is NOT acceptable.
Check this poster to see if you have an ID acceptable for voting.
High school and college students, seniors, voters who have recently moved or changed their name, voters with disabilities, unhoused and hospitalized voters, and others all may face special challenges to voting. Our FAQ page has tips to help be sure your voice will be heard.
Do you have questions?
Call our Voter Helpline
608-285-2141
If your prefer, find our “legacy” pages:
Make a plan to vote!
When’s the next election?
The nonpartisan Spring Election is Tuesday, April 7, 2026. A primary will be held Tuesday, February 17, if needed.
When / where / how do I vote?
Check MyVoteWI.gov to find your polling place on Election Day, or to request an absentee ballot.