2026 voter guide
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How to vote in Arkansas in 2026
Every deadline, rule, and official link — kept simple. When you're ready, build a personal plan with calendar reminders in about a minute.
Key dates
- State Primary
- Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- General Election
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Register by mail by
- Monday, October 5, 2026(postmarked)
- Register in person by
- Monday, October 5, 2026
- Request a mail ballot by
- Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Deadlines shown are for the November 3, 2026 general election.
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Register to vote
By mail: Postmarked 30 days before Election Day. In person: 30 days before Election Day.
By mail
Print, sign, and mail the National Mail Voter Registration Form.
In person
At your local election office or DMV.
Already registered? Double-check.
Vote by mail
Arkansas requires an approved excuse to vote by mail. Received 7 days before Election Day
Returning it: If delivered in person, must be received by close of business on the Friday before Election Day. If delivered by mail, must be received by 7:30pm on Election Day.
Vote in person
Early voting
OfferedEarly voting runs Monday, October 19 through 5:00 p.m. Monday, November 2, 2026 — Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Saturdays 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., closed Sundays.
On Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026 — vote at your assigned polling place or vote center.
On your 2026 ballot
4 statewide measures are certified for Arkansas's 2026 ballots so far.
Citizenship Requirement for Voting AmendmentConstitutional amendment · Elections · Nov 3, 2026
This amendment would provide that only U.S. citizens may vote in state or local elections in Arkansas.
A yes vote means: Provides that only U.S. citizens may vote in Arkansas state or local elections.
A no vote means: Keeps the current constitutional language on voter eligibility unchanged.
Creation of Economic Development Districts AmendmentConstitutional amendment · Economic development · Nov 3, 2026
This amendment would allow the legislature to create economic development programs, including Economic Development Districts. It would also allow loans and grants of public money to develop the state economy.
A yes vote means: Allows the legislature to create economic development programs and districts and to use public money for related loans and grants.
A no vote means: Keeps the current constitutional limits on such programs unchanged.
Natural Resources Commission Bond MeasureBond issue · Water infrastructure · Nov 3, 2026
This measure would authorize the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission to issue up to $500 million in general obligation bonds for water-related infrastructure. Projects could include water treatment, waste disposal, pollution abatement, drainage, irrigation, and flood control.
A yes vote means: Authorizes up to $500 million in state bonds for water-related infrastructure projects.
A no vote means: Does not authorize the $500 million bond issue.
Right to Keep and Bear Arms AmendmentConstitutional amendment · Firearms · Nov 3, 2026
This amendment would state that the right to keep and bear arms in Arkansas is a natural, fundamental, and individual right that shall not be infringed.
A yes vote means: Declares the right to keep and bear arms a natural, fundamental, and individual right in the state constitution.
A no vote means: Keeps the current constitutional language on the right to bear arms unchanged.
All 2026 ballot measures, state by state →
Statewide measures only, from Ballotpedia's certified list (checked Jul 6, 2026). Local measures appear on your county sample ballot.
Quick answers
Can I register to vote online in Arkansas?
No — Arkansas doesn't offer online registration. You can register by mail with the national form, or in person at your local election office.
Do I need an excuse to vote by mail?
Yes — Arkansas requires an approved excuse (like being away, illness, or disability) to vote by mail.
Can I register on Election Day?
No — same-day registration isn't available in Arkansas, so the advance deadline is the one that counts. By mail: Postmarked 30 days before Election Day. In person: 30 days before Election Day.
When are the 2026 elections?
State Primary: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Turn this into your plan
Three questions, then every Arkansas deadline lands on your calendar with reminders.
Make your voting planCompiled from official state sources, vote.gov, and Ballotpedia (2026 calendars). Rules occasionally change — when it matters, confirm with the Arkansas election office. Found an error? Tell us.