How to register to vote in Michigan

By NPR staff
  •   Last revised Tuesday, July 14, 2026

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General information Check voter registration status Register online Change registration

Deadlines for Aug. 4 primary election

Online Register by Monday, July 20
By mail Postmarked by Monday, July 20
In person Register by Tuesday, Aug. 4
Eligible voters can register at a clerk's or satellite office through Election Day.

Deadlines for Nov. 3 general election

Online Register by Monday, Oct. 19
By mail Postmarked by Monday, Oct. 19
In person Register by Tuesday, Nov. 3
Eligible voters can register at a clerk's office through Election Day.

Last updated July 14, 2026. Military and overseas citizen voters may have different registration deadlines.