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 Mississippi.
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.
You can vote in-person absentee in your state.
In Mississippi, you may vote early at your circuit clerk's office if you have a qualifying excuse. The deadline to vote in person absentee, or to return a completed ballot by mail in person, is August 5th at 12 p.m. noon
Voting by mail is a two step process in Mississippi. Step 1: Request your ballot NOW. There is no deadline but we recommend you apply by August 1st.
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.
The voter’s affidavit on the back on the envelope.
Wait! Don't sign your ballot until you find a notary or other authorized oath administrator. You must sign the affidavit on the return envelope in the presence of a notary. They must sign the ballot, too. If you are temporary or permanently physically disabled you may have the ballot witnessed by a person who is at least 18 years of age.
Mississippi voters must show valid photo ID when voting in person. Info here on what qualifies. You do not need to submit a copy of your photo ID when voting by mail. However, usually the notary required to witness your ballot signature will request to see your ID before witnessing your documents. If voting by mail, the voter does not need to submit ID, but the signature on the ballot will be compared to the signature on the voter registration form.
You must add a stamp when mailing in your ballot.
Any designated person can drop off a ballot at the post office*. *Note that no one may return ballots in person, all ballots must be mailed.
Look Up Ballot Drop Off LocationsIf you did not use your absentee ballot and would like to vote in person, simply go to your polling site and vote in-person ballot on Election Day. You may have to use a provisional ballot but this is better than not voting.
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Call 866-OUR-VOTE if you need assistance.
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