Minnesota
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in Minnesota. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 551 people die by guns in Minnesota. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (Same as last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
Minnesota Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide Primary and General Elections
As always, it’s best to double-check your state’s election website to verify the information outlined below and to see any recent changes to election rules: Minnesota Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in Minnesota
Primary: August 11, 2026
General: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 21, 2026,* is the last day for Minnesota residents to register in person to vote in the primary election.
General Election: October 13, 2026,* is the last day for Minnesota residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
*Registration temporarily closes 20 days before the election, and opens again on Election Day for voters who register at their polling place.
- Contact your county election official to learn more about in-person voter registration in Minnesota.
- Learn more about same-day voter registration in Minnesota.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CT, is the last day for Minnesota resident voter registration applications to be received by your county auditor or the Secretary of State’s Office via mail.
General Election: October 13, 2026, is the last day for Minnesota resident voter registration applications to be received by your county auditor or the Secretary of State’s Office via mail.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access Minnesota’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download Minnesota’s voter registration form, or to continue with the voter registration process online.
Online Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 21, 2026, is the last day for Minnesota residents to register online to vote in the 2026 primary election.
General Election: October 13, 2026, is the last day for Minnesota residents to register online to vote in the 2026 general election.
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