Let's Vote!

Make your voting plan.

Thanks for being a voter! Who you vote for is PRIVATE.

All information and links below can be found at the WV Secretary of State site: GoVoteWV.com .

If you are registered, you have the right to vote. If anyone tries to stop you, call or text the Election Protection Hotline a 1-866-687-8683.

Step 1. Check your registration and polling location.

The General Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. You vote at a polling location based on your address. You can look up your polling location here: Details here .

Step 2. Absentee Ballot (if needed)

West Virginia does not generally allow voting by mail. Some people may vote by mail if they meet requirements, such as military service, school, travel, advanced age, or disability. Application must be received by your county clerk by October 28. Details here.

Step 3. Voter identification

West Virgina requires a form of photo identification to vote. It can be a driver's license or other photo ID. Details here.

Step 4. See who and what will be on your ballot.

You can enter your name, date of birth, and county to pull up a sample ballot you can review and print off. You can also look ballots up by county. You may vote for the person you choose. Who you vote for is private. Details here.

Step 5. Check for early voting locations or vote on Election Day.

Early voting for the 2026 General election in West Virginia runs October 21-31, including both Saturdays. There is at least one location available in each county, usually the Courthouse located in the County Seat. Several counties have multiple locations. Details here.

Or vote at your polling location (See step 1) on General Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2026.