Three ways to Vote

1. Vote by Mail

Voting by mail is a convenient way to vote on your own schedule.

Why Vote by Mail?

  • Review your ballot at home and take time to research candidates and issues.
  • Avoid lines and vote when it's convenient for you.
  • Track your ballot and verify that it was received.

Important Dates for the November 3, 2026 Election

  • Last day to request a Vote by Mail ballot: October 22, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.
  • Ballot return deadline: Your completed ballot must be received by the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day (November 3, 2026). Postmarks do not count.

Returning Your Ballot

You can:

  • Mail it back early.
  • Drop it off at the Miami-Dade Elections Office.
  • Drop it off at any Early Voting site during Early Voting hours. Secure ballot drop boxes are available at all Early Voting locations.
  • Check the status of your ballot to confirm that it was received!

In Miami-Dade County to Request a Vote-by-Mail Ballot click HERE.

If you live in Broward County click HERE, or Monroe County click HERE.

2. Vote Early*

Early Voting gives you flexibility and often shorter wait times.

Why Vote Early?

  • Vote before Election Day.
  • Choose any of the 28 Early Voting sites in Miami-Dade County.
  • Avoid potential Election Day scheduling conflicts.

*You must bring a valid photo and signature ID. (Click here to see what counts as “valid ID”)

Early Voting Dates

October 19 – November 1, 2026
Daily: 7 am – 7 pm

MDC Kendall is an Early Voting Site! The Fascell Conference Center (Building K)

For info about early voting in Miami-Dade County click HERE.

If you live in Broward County click HERE, or Monroe County click HERE.

3. Vote on Election Day

Prefer to vote on Election Day? You can vote in person on:

Election Day

Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Polls open 7 am – 7 pm

What You Need to Know

  • You must vote at your assigned polling place.
  • Bring a valid photo and signature ID. (Click here to see what counts as “valid ID”)
  • If you are in line by 7 pm, you are entitled to vote.

Find Your Polling Place in Miami-Dade County HERE, in Broward HERE, and in Monroe County HERE.

Make a Plan to Vote & Prepare to Vote

Whether you choose to Vote by Mail, Vote Early, or Vote on Election Day, making a plan ahead of time increases the likelihood that you'll participate and have your voice heard.

Remember – ALWAYS Download your Sample Ballot

Always download your sample ballot in advance – see exactly what’s on the ballot and use it to be prepared to vote. To access your sample ballot in Miami-Dade County, visit the county's Voter Information page, enter the legal name you registered with and your date of birth. If you live in Broward County, visit their ballot sample lookup page.