Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Delaware poll hours for the next listed election are 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m..
State Election Guide
Delaware election dates and voter deadlines
Delaware 2026 election calendar with upcoming election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, poll hours, and official sources.
Before You Vote
Key voting questions
How can I find my polling location?
Use the Delaware election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.
What's on the Delaware ballot in 2026?
Delaware's current statewide calendar includes Delaware General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
Who can vote in primaries in Delaware?
Delaware has closed primaries, meaning only those voters registered for a certain party may vote in that party's primary.
Election Calendar
Delaware current and upcoming election dates
Delaware General Election 2026
November 3, 2026
November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of the month of November
Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Official Delaware General Election 2026 source
Key deadlines
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Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment
The voter registration deadline is the 4th Saturday before a Primary and General Election. Voter registration applications received by mail by the Department and postmarked by the deadline, will be considered to be...
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Voter Registration Deadline In Person
You can register to vote by applying with the Department of Elections. The voter registration deadline is the 4th Saturday before a Primary and General Election. Please confirm schedule adjustments with your local...
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Voter Registration Deadline Online
Online registration deadline is the 4th Saturday before a Primary and General Election. Please confirm schedule adjustments with your local election office.
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Early voting begins
Early Voting Period for 2026 General Election begins – see details below. Early Voting for the November 3, 2026 General Election offered at designated Early Voting Sites in each county. Please call the Department...
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Voting By Absentee Ballot
DEADLINE for the Department of Elections Offices to mail absentee ballots for the November 3, 2026 General Election.
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Early voting ends
Early Voting for the November 3, 2026 General Election ends. Early Voting offered at designated Early Voting Sites in each county.
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Absentee Ballot Return Ends
DEADLINE for voters to return voted absentee ballots for the November 3, 2026 General Election to the Department of Elections Office of the county in which the voter resides.
Election Day Rules
Voting on Election Day in Delaware
Time off for voting
Confirm Delaware time-off-for-voting rules with state election officials or your employer before Election Day.
Voting at the polls on Election Day
Vote at your assigned polling place and review Delaware voter ID or check-in requirements before you go.
Can I register at the polls on Election Day?
Register before the listed Delaware deadline unless state or local election officials confirm an Election Day registration option for your address.