Indiana

Voting Guide.

Indiana requires photo ID at the polls and registration 29 days before Election Day. Early voting begins 28 days before Election Day at the county election office.

Last verified · June 15, 2026

Key details for your state.

Registration deadline
29 days before Election Day.
Early voting
Early voting begins 28 days before Election Day at the county election office and ends at noon the day before Election Day.
Absentee / mail-in
Mail-in application must be received by 12 days before Election Day. Ballot must be received by noon Election Day. Excuse required for mail-in absentee.
ID requirements
Photo ID required (Indiana DL/state ID, US passport, military ID, or government-issued photo ID).
Election Day hours
Polls open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time. If you are in line at 6:00 PM, you can vote.

Extra info:

  • Indiana requires an excuse to vote absentee by mail — common reasons include being out of the county, illness, or work.
  • Photo ID is required for in-person voting.
  • Polls close at 6:00 PM — earlier than most states.

All information on this page comes from the Indiana Secretary of State's official election website. Confirm details there before voting:

https://www.in.gov/sos/elections/ ↗