OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — With the 2026 election cycle approaching, the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections Office, with its newly upgraded website, is encouraging residents to take a few simple steps now to ensure they are fully prepared to vote when election season arrives.
Election officials say early preparation can help voters avoid last-minute issues and ensure a smooth voting experience—whether casting a ballot in person or by mail.
Here’s how Osceola County voters can get ready:
Register or Update Your Voter Information
Residents who are not yet registered to vote are urged to do so as soon as possible. Voters who are already registered should take a moment to review their information omn to make sure details such as name, address, and party affiliation are current. Voter records can be checked anytime through the county’s official elections website.
Make Sure Your Signature Is Current
A voter’s signature plays a critical role in ballot verification, especially for vote-by-mail ballots. If your signature has changed over time, election officials recommend updating it. Signature updates must be submitted using a paper voter registration form to ensure accuracy in election records.
Request Vote-by-Mail Ballots in Advance
Voters who prefer to vote by mail must submit a new vote-by-mail request for the 2026 election cycle. Requests can be made online or over the phone through the Supervisor of Elections Office at 407-742-6000. Officials emphasize that vote-by-mail requests do not carry over indefinitely, so renewing them is essential.
Know the 2026 Election Dates
Becoming familiar with key election dates—including primary and general election days, early voting periods, and vote-by-mail deadlines—can help voters plan ahead. The full 2026 election calendar is available on the county’s elections website.
Check Your Voter Status Anytime
Voters can verify their registration status, polling location, and vote-by-mail request details by using the “Check Your Voter Status” tool found under the Voter Information section of the elections website.
Election officials also remind voters that Florida law includes specific guidelines for voting by mail, including deadlines and signature requirements, all designed to protect the integrity of the election process.
For additional assistance, voters may contact the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections Office directly by phone at 407-742-6000 or visit VoteOsceola.gov for complete election information.
By taking a few minutes now to prepare, Osceola County voters can head into the 2026 election year informed, confident, and ready to make their voices heard.
