09/03/2026
Absentee voting in Iowa: Iowans who prefer to vote by mail can request an absentee ballot for the 2026 General Election through October 19, 2026 by 5 p.m. Wed October 14 is the first Day of Absentee Voting.
We encourage you to return your absentee ballot in person to the county courthouse vs mailing it (if possible, as this ensures they receive it on time). The county auditor needs to get your ballot by Nov 2nd.
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Casting your ballot in Iowa is as easy as registering, providing proof of identification, and voting. The first step is registering to vote — online, through the mail, or at the polls on Election Day. Second, choose which option you prefer for voting — absentee by-mail, absentee in-person, or at...