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September 1, 2020

Unfuck Wisconsin

Wisconsin Voter Information

Wisconsin voter registration

First thing’s first, let’s check if you’re registered to vote. Once you’ve filled out this form, scroll down for instructions on how to register or vote if you’re already registered.

Wisconsin voter registration

Voter registration deadlines

  • In Person: The Friday before Election Day.
  • By Mail: Postmarked the 3rd Wednesday before Election Day.
  • Online: 20 days before Election Day

Election day registration

Individuals may register to vote in person at your polling place on Election Day. All individuals must provide both a proof of residency document and proof of identification to register on election Day.

Voter registration rules

To register in Wisconsin you must:

  • be a citizen of the United States
  • be a resident of Wisconsin for at least 10 days
  • be 18 years old
  • not have been convicted of treason, felony or bribery, or if you have, your civil rights have been restored
  • not be incapable of understanding the objective of the elective process or under guardianship

How to register to vote in Wisconsin

  1. Use our Register to Vote Tool to fill out the National Voter Registration Form.
  2. Sign and date your form. This is very important!
  3. Mail or hand-deliver your completed form to the address we provide.
  4. Make sure you register before the voter registration deadline.

Registering with felony status

If you have been convicted of a felony and have questions about whether you can register to vote, visit Restore Your Vote to determine your eligibility.

Wisconsin absentee ballots

Absentee ballot application deadlines

  • In Person: Received 5 days before Election Day.
  • By Mail: Received 5 days before Election Day.
  • Online: Received 5 days before Election Day.

Voted absentee ballots are due

Received by 8pm on Election Day.

Absentee ballot rules

  • Any registered Wisconsin voter may apply for an absentee ballot and vote by mail.
  • When voting by absentee ballot, you must submit a copy of a valid photo ID with your absentee ballot unless you are exempt from this requirement by statute (typically, certain military and overseas voters) or may have an alternative process to verify your identity. A list of valid IDs is available below.

How to get an absentee ballot in Wisconsin

  1. Use our Absentee Ballot Tool to prepare your application.
  2. Sign and date the form. This is very important!
  3. Return your completed application to your Local Election Office as soon as possible. We’ll provide the mailing address for you.
  4. All Local Election Offices will accept mailed or hand-delivered forms. Your Local Election Official will also let you fax or email the application.
  5. Double-check the deadlines and be sure to cast your voted ballot on time to be sure it is counted.
  6. Please contact your Local Election Office if you have any further questions about the exact process.

Once you get your absentee ballot in Wisconsin

  1. Once you receive the ballot, carefully read and follow the instructions.
  2. Sign and date where indicated.
  3. Provide a copy of a valid photo ID, if you are required to do so
  4. Mail your voted ballot back to the address indicated on the return envelope.
  5. Double-check the deadlines and be sure to cast your voted ballot on time to be sure it is counted.

wisconsin early voting

Early voting starts in Wisconsin

At least 14 days before the election (in-person absentee voting). Varies by municipality. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.

Early voting ends in Wisconsin

As late as 2 days before the election (in-person absentee voting). Varies by municipality. Voters should contact their county elections office for additional information.

Wisconsin voter ID

In-person voter ID requirements

If you are voting in person in Wisconsin, you must present valid photo ID when you vote. The following forms of ID are acceptable for voting purposes and can be unexpired or expired after the date of the most recent general election:

  • A Wisconsin driver license or identification card

  • Military ID card issued by a U.S. uniformed service

  • A U.S. passport

  • An identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin

  • A photo identification card issued by a Wisconsin accredited university, college or technical college that contains date of issuance, signature of student, and an expiration date no later than two years after date of issuance. (Also, the university, college, or technical college ID must be accompanied by a separate document that proves enrollment.) These photo IDs are also acceptable for voting purposes, but must be unexpired:

  • A certificate of naturalization that was issued not earlier than two years before the date of Election Day at which it is presented

  • A veteran’s photo identification card issued by the Veterans Health Administration

  • A driving receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days)

  • An identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days)

  • A temporary identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT through the Identification Petition Process (IDPP) (valid for 180 days)

  • A citation or notice of intent to revoke or suspend a Wisconsin DOT-issued driver license that is dated within 60 days of the date of the election.

Absentee voter ID requirements

When voting by mail, you must submit a copy of a valid photo ID. The following forms of ID are acceptable for voting purposes and can be unexpired or expired after the date of the most recent general election:

  • A Wisconsin driver license or identification card

  • Military ID card issued by a U.S. uniformed service

  • A U.S. passport

  • An identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin

  • A photo identification card issued by a Wisconsin accredited university, college or technical college that contains date of issuance, signature of student, and an expiration date no later than two years after date of issuance. (Also, the university, college, or technical college ID must be accompanied by a separate document that proves enrollment.) These photo IDs are also acceptable for voting purposes, but must be unexpired:

  • A certificate of naturalization that was issued not earlier than two years before the date of Election Day at which it is presented

  • A veteran’s photo identification card issued by the Veterans Health Administration

  • A driving receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days)

  • An identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days)

  • A temporary identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT through the Identification Petition Process (IDPP) (valid for 180 days)

  • A citation or notice of intent to revoke or suspend a Wisconsin DOT-issued driver license that is dated within 60 days of the date of the election.

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