Warning: Mail-in voting is a convenient and safe way to vote, but your ballot might not count if it's submitted late or with errors. So follow the directions below on how to vote early or absentee and make your vote count in Arkansas.
Note - this information below may change for your state due to ongoing litigation and legislation. This page will be updated within 24 hours of any change.
Early voting dates and hours vary by county. Contact your Local Election Office for more information.
You can vote in-person absentee in your state.
Early voting hours and locations are established by your county clerk.
Voting by mail is a two step process in Arkansas. Step 1: Request your ballot NOW. You must have an excuse to qualify to vote by mail with an absentee ballot. If you qualify, you must submit an application to vote absentee to your county clerk. The deadline for your application to be received by mail is May 2nd and in person is May 5th. Step 2: Complete and return your ballot ASAP.
You need an excuse to request an absentee ballot. Excuses could include being sick or out of town, but it’s best to check with your state directly to see what counts as an excuse.
After completing your ballot, complete and sign the voter statement, and place it in envelope #2.
Arkansas requires a valid photo ID for in person voting and vote by mail. When voting by mail, include a copy of your valid photo ID with your return your ballot. Info here on what qualifies for photo ID. ID submitted with the ballot must include:
You must add a stamp when mailing in your ballot.
Return your ballot via commercial delivery services, such as FedEx or UPS (at your expense)
Yes, a designated bearer may return your ballot. They must provide a current and valid photo ID to the county clerk, and must sign the register, under oath, when picking up or delivering an absentee ballot.
Look Up Ballot Drop Off LocationsClick here to track your ballot. Arkansas offers electronic, barcode ballot tracking services so you can make sure your ballot gets counted. Arkansas does not offer voters a chance to address challenges to their ballot. Your ballot will not count if it is late, or you do not follow directions.
If you have an absentee ballot that you are not going to use, or you miss the deadline to return, you may go to your polling place and vote in person. You should bring your ballot (if you have it) to the polls to surrender it in the "spoiling" process. If you do not have your ballot, you will be asked to vote using a provisional ballot.
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Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you need assistance.
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