Permanent Mail Ballot List FAQ

Sign up for Michigan’s Permanent Mail Ballot list to get your ballot in the mail for this and all future elections. This is a free service (including return postage), provided to all registered voters by the state of Michigan. 

The Permanent Mail Ballot List allows voters to sign up once and receive a ballot before every future election, without having to fill out a new application each time. 

Any registered Michigan voter can join the Permanent Mail Ballot List! Becoming a permanent mail voter works best for voters who can plan to receive their mail ballot at the same address for each election.

Voting from home is safe and secure – and it’s popular! In Michigan, almost 40% of voters cast their votes by mail in 2024. Non-partisan election officials maintain control of auditing and verifying every eligible ballot, and every eligible ballot will be counted.

Returning your ballot is easy. If today’s date is before October 27, 2026, you can drop it in the mail to ensure your ballot gets to the elections office on time. If today’s date is after October 27, 2026, we recommend returning your completed ballot to a secure ballot drop box – you can use the drop box locator to find your assigned drop box in your city or township. Don’t forget to sign and date the back of the purple envelopes before you return your ballot! 

You can track your ballot status using the Michigan Voter Information center, and also sign up for notifications about where your ballot is.