State Election Guide

Nevada election dates and voter deadlines

Nevada 2026 election calendar with upcoming election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, poll hours, and official sources.

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Last reviewed: August 11, 2026. Generated from structured election data and official source links. Confirm final details with state or local election officials.

Before You Vote

Key voting questions

Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Polling times in Nevada: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

How can I find my polling location?

Voter Information Lookup can help you check your voter registration status, check your polling place location, and check early voting location.

What's on the Nevada ballot in 2026?

Nevada's current statewide calendar includes Nevada General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.

Who can vote in primaries in Nevada?

Nevada is modeled as partially open for state primaries because primary ballot selection is tied to public party affiliation records, while major-party contests remain restricted by party registration. Federal/State Primary Elections are "CLOSED" under Nevada...

Election Calendar

Nevada current and upcoming election dates

Nevada 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. - 7:00 p.m.

Key deadlines
  1. In-person voter registration deadline

    CLOSE OF VOTER REGISTRATION BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE - (the 4th Tuesday preceding the Primary or General election) Last day a person may register to vote by appearing in person at the office of the County Clerk/Registrar...

  2. Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment

    o register to vote using the fillable mail-in voter registration form in.pdf format, Registration by mail must be postmarked 28 days before Election Day.

  3. Early voting begins

    EARLY VOTING BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE - (Begins the 3rd Saturday before the General Election through the Friday preceding the General Election) During this period, a registered voter may request to vote early in person at...

  4. Early voting ends

    Early voting ends the Friday before an Election Day.

  5. Election Day Voter Registration Deadline

    Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place during Early voting period through Election Day. N.R.S. 293.5842, N.R.S. 293.5847.

  6. Voter Registration Deadline In Person

    Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place during Early voting period through Election Day. N.R.S. 293.5842, N.R.S. 293.5847.

Election Day Rules

Voting on Election Day in Nevada

Time off for voting: Yes

If the distance between the place of such voter's employment and the polling place where such person votes is 2 miles or less, 1 hour. If the distance is more than 2 miles but not more than 10 miles, 2 hours. If the distance is more than 10 miles, 3 hour

Can I register at the polls on Election Day?

Yes. Nevada lists same-day or Election Day registration. Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place during Early voting period through Election Day. N.R.S. 293.5842, N.R.S. 293.5847