Ballot Return Sites
Ballot Return Sites
Ballot return sites are staffed locations where registered voters who received a mail-in or absentee ballot can return ballots in person, directly to a county employee.
Voters may only return their own ballot unless they have completed an authorization form to return a ballot on behalf of someone who physically is unable to do so. For individuals requiring assistance in voting or returning a ballot, contact the Elections Division at 412-350-4500.
Ballot return sites are open the final few days before Election Day, after the deadline to request a mail-in ballot has passed. This is an important service for voters, as relying on mail service to deliver a ballot to the Elections Division in the week before Election Day is not recommended.
Satellite Voting Locations
Satellite voting locations provide a more comprehensive range of services where registered voters can request a mail-in ballot, complete and return it, all in one place (commonly referred to “over-the-counter” voting). Once the deadline to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot has passed, voters cannot request a ballot on-site and may only return a completed ballot.
2026 Primary Ballot Returns
In addition to sites operated throughout Allegheny County, the County Office Building will be open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm for over-the-counter voting and ballot return services leading up to, and including, Election Day from 7:00 am - 8:00 pm.
Satellite Voting and Ballot Return
Satellite voting and ballot return will be available on Saturday, May 9, 2026 and Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the following locations:
Ballot Return Only
Schedule for Ballot-Only Returns for 2026 Primary
| Date |
Time |
| Friday, May 15, 2026 |
11:00 am to 7:00 pm |
| Saturday, May 16, 2026 |
9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Monday, May 18, 2026 |
11:00 am to 7:00 pm |
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Primary Election Day |
7:00 am to 8:00 pm
County Office Building only |
Ballot Return Locations