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Nevada elections in 2026

This page lists Nevada statewide election dates, voter registration deadlines, absentee and early voting timelines, poll hours, and official election resources.

At a glance​

Register to vote in Nevada​

Start with the official Nevada voter registration page. The section below highlights registration methods and the deadlines tied to the next statewide election on this page.

Nevada voters may register online, by mail, or in person. Registration deadlines may vary by election type or method where noted. Same-day registration may also be available where noted.

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • May 12, 2026 — 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.
  • May 27, 2026 — SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON BEGINS: SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON - If an elector submits an application to register to vote less than 14 days before the election, the elector may vote only in person
  • June 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: Online voter registration is now available for residents of all Nevada counties. Eligible voters can register to vote and update their voter registration information online, including change of address and party affiliation. A DMV issued Driver's License or ID is required.
  • June 9, 2026 — 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.
  • June 9, 2026 — SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON ENDS: SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON - If an elector submits an application to register to vote less than 14 days before the election, the elector may vote only in person
  • June 9, 2026 — 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.

Online​

Online voter registration is now available for residents of all Nevada counties. Eligible voters can register to vote and update their voter registration information online, including change of address and party affiliation. A DMV issued Driver's License or ID is required.

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

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

Deadlines

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

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Same Day Registration: Available

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

Military Overseas: Available

A Uniformed and Overseas Citizen Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) voter who is not already registered in NV can both register and request an absent ballot by completing and sending the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) form to their local county clerk/register of voters. UOCAVA voters may also register to vote online. Voters using this method of registration will have to request an absent ballot separately, at which time they will provide the registrar of voters their current overseas or military post address.

Additional registration notes​

Other Registration Option

The National Mail Voter Registration Form may also be available where accepted.

Registration Status

Consider yourself registered when- and only when- you receive an acknowledgment from your county clerk. Never assume you are registered to vote until you have received this acknowledgment. Call your county clerk and inquire about the status of your application.

Absentee and early voting in Nevada​

These absentee and early voting deadlines are tied to the next statewide election listed on this page. Local procedures can vary, so confirm final details with your local election office.

  • May 12, 2026 — 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.
  • May 23, 2026 — EARLY VOTING BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE BEGINS: Early voting begins the 3rd Saturday before the Primary Election through the Friday preceding the Primary Election - During this period, a registered voter may request to vote early in person at designated early voting locations
  • June 5, 2026 — EARLY VOTING BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE ENDS: Early voting ends the Friday before an Election Day.
  • June 9, 2026 — 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.
  • June 9, 2026 — 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.

Voter ID requirements in Nevada​

Review the current voter ID rules before you vote: Nevada voter ID requirements.

Nevada election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — June 9, 2026​

State and Federal primaries are held on the second Tuesday in June of each even-numbered year to select the nominees of the major political parties for partisan offices - Both state and federal offices. NE ST § 293. 175

Important dates​

  • May 12, 2026 — 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.
  • May 23, 2026 — EARLY VOTING BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE BEGINS: Early voting begins the 3rd Saturday before the Primary Election through the Friday preceding the Primary Election - During this period, a registered voter may request to vote early in person at designated early voting locations
  • May 27, 2026 — SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON BEGINS: SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON - If an elector submits an application to register to vote less than 14 days before the election, the elector may vote only in person
  • June 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: Online voter registration is now available for residents of all Nevada counties. Eligible voters can register to vote and update their voter registration information online, including change of address and party affiliation. A DMV issued Driver's License or ID is required.
  • June 5, 2026 — EARLY VOTING BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE ENDS: Early voting ends the Friday before an Election Day.
  • June 9, 2026 — 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.
  • June 9, 2026 — SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON ENDS: SAME DAY VOTER REGISTRATION ONLINE AND IN-PERSON - If an elector submits an application to register to vote less than 14 days before the election, the elector may vote only in person
  • June 9, 2026 — 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.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of November

Important dates​

  • October 6, 2026 — 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.
  • October 6, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline - In Person: 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 Voters
  • October 17, 2026 — Early Voting In Person 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 designated Early Voting locations
  • October 30, 2026 — Early Voting In Person Ends: Early voting ends the Friday before an Election Day.
  • November 3, 2026 — 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.
  • November 3, 2026 — 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.

Official Nevada election resources​

Use these official and state-specific resources to confirm dates, registration rules, absentee voting requirements, voter ID rules, and local procedures.

What may vary locally​

Election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, and voting hours apply to statewide elections in most cases. However, Check with your Town Clerk for the hours of voting, and voter registration deadlines as they vary by town. Please be advised that these dates are updated regularly but are subject to scheduling changes at the local level.