Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Early voting in Chatham County runs Oct. 13-30 at six sites. Absentee applications close Oct. 23. Questions: 912-790-1520.
Last checked Oct. 6, 2026. Facts come from the Chatham County Board of Registrars and the Chatham County Board of Elections. This page is strictly factual; we do not endorse candidates or positions.
The next election is the general and special election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. In Chatham County, the Board of Registrars handles voter registration and absentee ballots, and the Board of Elections runs the polls and counts the votes.
Who to call
- Registration, absentee ballots, early voting: Chatham County Voter Registration, 912-790-1520, voter@chathamcounty.org, 1117 Eisenhower Drive, Suite E
- Polling places and results: Board of Elections, 912-201-4375
- Your precinct, polling place and sample ballot: My Voter Page
Key dates for Nov. 3, 2026
| Date | What |
|---|---|
| Monday, Oct. 5 | Registration deadline (passed) |
| Oct. 5 to Oct. 23 | Absentee ballots mailed out |
| Tuesday, Oct. 13 | Early in-person voting begins |
| Friday, Oct. 23 | Last day for the registrars to receive an absentee ballot application |
| Friday, Oct. 30 | Early voting ends |
| Tuesday, Nov. 3 | Election Day; absentee ballots due by 7 p.m. |
Early voting
Any registered Chatham County voter can vote early at any site, with no reason needed, according to the Board of Registrars’ general election flyer.
Weekdays, Oct. 13-30:
| Site | Address | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| VR Annex | 1249 Eisenhower Drive | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Civic Center | 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Mosquito Control | 65 Billy B. Hair Drive | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Islands Library | 50 Johnny Mercer Blvd. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Southwest Library | 14097 Abercorn St. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Pooler City Hall | 100 SW U.S. 80, Pooler | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Saturdays, Oct. 17 and 24, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: VR Annex, Mosquito Control, Islands Library and Southwest Library.
Sundays, Oct. 18 and 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: VR Annex and the Civic Center.
Drop boxes for absentee ballots are at the VR Annex, Mosquito Control and the Islands Library, and are open only during early voting hours.
Voting by mail
Apply for an absentee ballot by mail, email, fax, in person or online at the state’s absentee ballot portal. The application must reach the registrars by Oct. 23, and it must include your birth date and your Georgia driver’s license or state ID number, according to the county’s how to vote page.
Return your ballot by mail (one first-class stamp; allow at least five days), in person at the Voter Registration Office or in an early-voting drop box. It must arrive by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
Election Day
On Election Day you must vote at your assigned precinct. Check it on My Voter Page or call 912-790-1520. The Board of Elections has posted the full list of polling places. Two Savannah changes for November:
- Precinct 2-09 now votes in the sanctuary of City Church Savannah, 1624 E. 38th St.
- Precinct 3-04 votes in the T.E. Williams Fellowship Hall of First African Baptist Church of East Savannah, 501 Treat Ave., across the street from the sanctuary.
What ID to bring
From the Board of Registrars FAQ, any one of:
- A valid state or federal government photo ID, including a free voter ID card
- A Georgia driver’s license, even if expired
- A student ID from a Georgia public college, university or high school
- A valid U.S. passport
- A valid government employee photo ID
- A valid U.S. military or tribal photo ID
What is on the ballot
Besides the statewide general election races, Chatham County voters will see two special elections, according to the Board of Elections: a Savannah-Chatham County school board ad valorem tax referendum and the school board District 2 seat. Sample ballots will be posted on My Voter Page.
Registering for future elections
Register online at the state’s registration page or at the Voter Registration Office, 1117 Eisenhower Drive, Suite E. The Board of Registrars meets at noon on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the same office.
What this means for you
- Missed the Oct. 5 deadline? You cannot vote Nov. 3, but you can register now.
- Early voting starts Tuesday, Oct. 13; the VR Annex has the longest weekday hours.
- Mail voters: get your application in well before Oct. 23.
Related: who to call at City Hall and public notices.
Frequently asked questions
When is early voting in Chatham County for November 2026?
Weekdays Oct. 13-30, plus Saturdays Oct. 17 and 24 and Sundays Oct. 18 and 25, at sites listed by the Chatham County Board of Registrars. You can vote at any early voting site.
Where can I vote early in Savannah?
The VR Annex at 1249 Eisenhower Drive (7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays), the Civic Center at 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Mosquito Control at 65 Billy B. Hair Drive, the Islands Library at 50 Johnny Mercer Blvd. and the Southwest Library at 14097 Abercorn St.
What is the deadline to request an absentee ballot in Chatham County?
Applications must be received by Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. Completed absentee ballots must reach the Voter Registration Office by 7 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3.
What ID do I need to vote in Georgia?
A valid state or federal photo ID, such as a Georgia driver’s license (even if expired), a free Georgia voter ID card, a U.S. passport, a military ID or a student ID from a Georgia public college, university or high school.
Is it too late to register to vote for the November 2026 election?
Yes. The registration deadline for the Nov. 3, 2026, general election was Oct. 5. You can still register now for later elections.
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