Absentee voting allows you to vote by mail - Applications available!

Voters have the power to influence and decide the future. Your vote is the cornerstone of our democracy.

All Michigan registered voters have the right to vote in the upcoming elections by mail. Absentee voting is a safe way to vote and protect your health. The process is secure and accurate.

As shared by Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, “all of Michigan's 7.7 million registered voters will be mailed absentee ballot applications so they can take part in elections in August (August 4, 2020) and November (November 3, 2020) without the risk of in-person voting if they choose to do so.”

Due to the passage of the statewide ballot proposal 18-3, all eligible and registered voters in Michigan may now request an absent voter ballot without providing a reason. If you have not received your absent voter ballot in the mail, you may request one.

The application mailing from the Bureau of Elections includes a cover letter with instructions from Secretary Benson. Once a voter signs their application, they can mail it or email a photo of it to their local clerk, whose contact information is included on the application. The application is also available for download at Michigan.gov/Vote. At the same website, voters can also register and join the permanent absent voter list so they always have the option to vote by mail.

“The vast majority of voters across the political spectrum want the option to vote by mail,” said Benson. “Mailing applications to all registered voters is one of the ways that we are ensuring Michigan’s elections will continue to be safe, accurate and secure.”

Haven’t received your Absent Voter Ballot application?

You may download an application here, access a fillable application here or request one by contacting your local county clerk’s office. Click here to locate your clerk.

Are you registered?

You must be a registered voter to receive an absent voter ballot, but you can register and apply for an absent voter ballot at the same time.  Check your voter registration at Michigan Voter Information Center Michigan.gov/Vote