Elections are administered locally by Illinois’ 108 election authorities. For the most accurate information on where and when to vote, consult your local election authority.
Illinois Consolidated Election: April 1, 2025
January 2: First day to apply for a vote by mail ballot.
Feb 20: First day to vote early or by mail if no primary was held in the election jurisdiction. (Dates may vary.)
March 4: Last day for regular (paper) voter registration.
March 5–April 1: Grace period registration and voting at election authority and early voting sites.
March 16: Last day for online voter registration. Grace period registration is still available at election authority and early voting sites.
March 17: First day to vote early or by mail if a primary was held in the election jurisdiction.
March 27: Last day for election authority to receive vote by mail applications.
April 1: General Election Day! Polls open from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Elections are administered locally by Illinois’ 108 election authorities. For the most accurate information on where and when to vote, consult your local election authority.
