How to Vote in Mississippi

Find out everything you need to know about how to vote in Mississippi.

Upcoming Elections and Deadlines in Mississippi

Mississippi General Election
(State/Federal)

Mississippi General Election

Nov 07, 2023

Voter Registration Deadline

Online: Mississippi does not offer online voter registration.


Same-Day Voter Registration

Election Day: Not Available
Early Voting Period: Not available

Absentee Ballot Deadlines

Deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot:
Online: Not available
Deadline to Return Completed Absentee Ballot:
By mail: Postmarked by Tue November 7, 2023 and received by Tue November 14, 2023
In person: Ballots must be returned by mail.

Register to Vote

Who can register to vote in Mississippi
Pre-registration
Can I register to vote on Election Day?
Voter registration deadlines
Registering to vote as a student
Registering for people with disabilities

Vote Early In-Person

When can I vote early?
Who can vote early?
Where can I go to vote early?
What do I need to bring to vote early?
Can I register to vote during Early Voting?
Voting early as a student
Voting early for people with disabilities

Request a Mail-In/Absentee Ballot

Can everyone vote by mail/absentee?
How do I request a ballot?
What is the deadline to request a ballot?
Requesting an absentee ballot in emergencies or for people with disabilities

Return your Completed Ballot

Does my state allow absentee/mail ballot drop-off?
What is the deadline to drop off a voted ballot?
Where can I drop off my voted ballot?

Vote In-Person on Election Day

Can I register to vote on Election Day?
What do I need to bring to vote on Election Day?
Voting as a Student
Voting for People with Disabilities

Additional Mississippi Resources

Your State Election Official
Overseas & Military Voting
Additional Information