Michigan Petition Signature Requirements (2026)
How many signatures you need to qualify for the ballot in Michigan, the 2026 petition filing windows, and how to validate your signatures against the Michigan voter file.
Signature requirements by office
| Office | Minimum signatures | % of enrolled voters |
|---|---|---|
| State Representative | — | 5% |
| State Senator | — | 5% |
| Governor, Lieutenant Governor | — | 5% |
| Attorney General, Secretary Of State | — | 5% |
2026 petition deadlines
State Representative; State Senator; Governor, Lieutenant Governor; Attorney General, Secretary Of State
- Primary petition deadline:
- April 21, 2026
- Primary election:
- August 4, 2026
- General election:
- November 3, 2026
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How many signatures do I need to get on the ballot in Michigan?
Michigan signature requirements vary by office. State Representative: 5% of enrolled voters; State Senator: 5% of enrolled voters; Governor, Lieutenant Governor: 5% of enrolled voters. See the full table above for all offices.
What is the 2026 petition filing deadline in Michigan?
For the 2026 cycle in Michigan, the primary petition deadline is April 21, 2026. Confirm exact dates for your office above and with your election authority.
Can I validate Michigan petition signatures myself?
Yes. Petition Validator lets you upload petition pages and automatically matches each signer against the Michigan voter file — checking registration, address, and duplicates in seconds per signature. You can start free, no paid Victory Waves account required.
How does signature validation work?
You upload images of your petition pages; our system transcribes each signature and matches the signer's name, address, and date against official voter registration data to confirm they're a registered voter in the correct jurisdiction.
Last updated for the 2026 cycle on May 28, 2026. Always confirm requirements and deadlines with your state or local election authority.