When will ohio mail out absentee ballots

In Ohio, absentee ballots are typically mailed out to eligible voters about 30-45 days before the election. However, the exact timing may vary depending on the election and the county in which you reside.

For the 2022 general election, the Ohio Secretary of State's office has announced that absentee ballots will be mailed out to eligible voters on October 4, 2022. This is about 30 days before the election, which is scheduled to take place on November 8, 2022.

Here are the key dates to keep in mind:

• October 4, 2022: Absentee ballots are mailed out to eligible voters.
• October 26, 2022: Deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail or online.
• November 1, 2022: Deadline to return completed absentee ballots to the county board of elections.
• November 8, 2022: Election Day.

To request an absentee ballot, you can:

1. Fill out the absentee ballot application online through the Ohio Secretary of State's website.
2. Download and print the absentee ballot application form from the Ohio Secretary of State's website, and mail it to your county board of elections.
3. Contact your county board of elections to request an application by phone or in person.

Remember to carefully review the instructions and deadlines for requesting and returning your absentee ballot to ensure that your vote is counted.