How to Vote in Michigan
“Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam, Circumspice”— If You Seek a Pleasant Peninsula, Look About You
Capital: Lansing
Nickname: The Great Lakes State
Admitted: 1837 (26th state)
Electoral Votes: 15
State Bird: American Robin
State Flower: Apple Blossom
Registration Deadline
15 days before Election Day online; same-day registration available in person
Voter ID Required
Photo ID requested
Early Voting
Yes
Absentee / Mail-In
No-excuse
Polling Hours
7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Electoral Votes
15
Voter Registration in Michigan
The voter registration deadline in Michigan is 15 days before Election Day online; same-day registration available in person.
Michigan offers online voter registration.
Michigan has automatic voter registration — eligible citizens are registered automatically through state agencies (e.g., DMV).
In Michigan, eligible residents can pre-register to vote at age 16.
Voter ID Requirements in Michigan
Michigan requires Photo ID requested identification to vote.
Early Voting in Michigan
Yes — Michigan offers early voting.
Begins 9 days before Election Day; at least 9 consecutive days of early voting
Absentee & Mail-In Voting in Michigan
Absentee and mail-in voting in Michigan: No-excuse.
Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without providing a reason
Polling Hours in Michigan
Polls in Michigan are open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Voting Rights & Restoration in Michigan
Felony voting rights in Michigan: After prison.