Election Ready 2026

Georgia's 2026 Primary is May 19, and the General Election is November 3. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

How to Vote on Election Day

Where to Vote on Election Day

To vote in person on Election Day, you must go to your assigned polling location. You can find your polling location on your My Voter Page.

How to Vote on Election Day

  • On Election Day, you must vote in person at your assigned polling location. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. As long as you are in line before 7 p.m. you may cast your ballot.
  • You can still drop off your completed and signed absentee ballot to a drop box or your County Board of Registrar's Office by the time polls close at 7 p.m. You can only do this if you've already requested and received an absentee ballot.

Are You Election Ready?

The deadline to register to vote in the 2026 Primary is April 20, and the General Election deadline is October 5. Ensure your registration is up to date so you don't miss your chance to shape Georgia's future.

Having a Problem at the Polls?

If you encounter a problem at the polls, contact your County Board of Registrar's Office. You can also call the Secretary of State at 404-656-2871 (in metro Atlanta) or 877-725-9797 (elsewhere in Georgia) to report an issue.

What are provisional ballots?

If you show up to your polling location but the poll workers cannot confirm your identity, address, or other necessary information, you may request a provisional ballot. Your vote will count as long as you resolve the eligibility issues by the end of the next day. You must resolve the issue with your County Board of Registrar in order for your vote to be counted.

If you show up to the wrong polling location, a poll worker can assist you in finding the correct polling location. If it is after 5 p.m., you may sign a document attesting that you cannot make it to your correct polling location and cast a provisional ballot. Follow up with your County Board of Registrar to resolve any issues with your ballot.

What's on Your Ballot

In 2026, Georgia voters will decide on several key leadership roles and local issues. Depending on where you live, your ballot may include:

Federal and Statewide Offices

  • One of Georgia's two seats in the U.S. Senate
  • All 14 of Georgia's Congressional Districts
  • Governor and Lieutenant Governor
  • Secretary of State and Attorney General
  • Commissioners of Agriculture, Insurance, and Labor
  • State School Superintendent
  • Public Service Commissioner

Legislative and Judicial Offices

  • All seats in the Georgia General Assembly are up for election
  • Nonpartisan elections for several Justices
  • Nonpartisan elections for appellate judges
  • Local circuit judges across the state

Local Government and Community

  • Sheriffs, District Attorneys, Probate Court Judges, and Superior Court Clerks
  • Local representation for your school district
  • City council members and mayors in certain jurisdictions

Ballot Measures and Special Items

  • Proposed changes to the State Constitution or new state laws
  • Local tax or policy issues such as SPLOST

To see a personalized sample ballot or check your registration status, visit the Georgia My Voter Page. You can also find more details on how Georgia's state government is structured and who currently leads it.

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