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Texas elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Texas​

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

Texas voters may register by mail or in person. Registration deadlines may vary by election type or method where noted.

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • April 27, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline: Last day to register to vote or make a change of address effective for the Tuesday, May 26, 2026 primary runoff election. (Secs. 13. 143, 15. 025).

Online​

Online is not currently listed as an available registration option for Texas.

By Mail​

You may fill out a voter registration application online, print it and mail it to the voter registrar in your county of residence. Registration by mail must be postmarked 30 days before Election Day

Deadlines

In Person​

You can register in person at your county Voter Registrar’s office. In person registration deadline is 30 days before Election Day

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Military Overseas: Available

Fill out and file your FPCA (Federal Postcard Application) as soon as possible but no later than the 11th day before Election Day.

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. Check your voter registration status online by visiting this site

Absentee and early voting in Texas​

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 18, 2026 — Early Voting Begins: First day to vote early in person. (Sec. 85. 001(b), (c)).
  • May 22, 2026 — Early Voting Ends: Last day to vote early in person in the runoff primary election. (Sec. 85. 001(b)).
  • May 26, 2026 — Emergency Early Voting Ballot Deadline: Deadline for receiving Application for Emergency Early Voting Ballot Due to Sickness or Physical Disability. (5: 00 PM)
  • May 26, 2026 — Deadline for Early Voting Ballots By Mail: Regular deadline for receiving early voting ballots by mail. BUT see entry for Wednesday, May 27, 2026 on “late domestic ballots, ” and entry for Monday, June 1, 2026 on other “late” ballots.

Voter ID requirements in Texas​

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

Texas election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — March 3, 2026​

Statewide and Federal primaries are held on the first Tuesday in March of each even-numbered year to select the nominees of the major political parties for partisan offices - TX ELECTION § 41. 007

Important dates​

  • February 2, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: You may fill out a voter registration application online, print it and mail it to the voter registrar in your county of residence. Registration by mail must be postmarked 30 days before Election Day.
  • February 2, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You can register in person at your county Voter Registrar’s office. In person registration deadline is 30 days before Election Day.
  • February 17, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts 14 day before Election Day. If that day falls on a weekend, then early voting starts the following Monday.
  • February 27, 2026 — Last day to vote early in person.: Early voting ends the 4th day before primary Election Day.

Runoff Election — May 26, 2026​

Early voting clerk’s office is open for early voting activities. A voter may deliver a marked ballot by mail to the early voting clerk’s office while the polls are open on election day. The voter must provide an acceptable form of identification under Section 63. 0101 upon delivery. The identification procedure is the same as that used for personal appearance voting. (Secs. 63. 0101, 83. 011, 86. 006).

Important dates​

  • April 27, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline: Last day to register to vote or make a change of address effective for the Tuesday, May 26, 2026 primary runoff election. (Secs. 13. 143, 15. 025).
  • May 18, 2026 — Early Voting Begins: First day to vote early in person. (Sec. 85. 001(b), (c)).
  • May 22, 2026 — Early Voting Ends: Last day to vote early in person in the runoff primary election. (Sec. 85. 001(b)).
  • May 26, 2026 — Emergency Early Voting Ballot Deadline: Deadline for receiving Application for Emergency Early Voting Ballot Due to Sickness or Physical Disability. (5: 00 PM)
  • May 26, 2026 — Deadline for Early Voting Ballots By Mail: Regular deadline for receiving early voting ballots by mail. BUT see entry for Wednesday, May 27, 2026 on “late domestic ballots, ” and entry for Monday, June 1, 2026 on other “late” ballots.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • October 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: You can register in person at your county Voter Registrar’s office. In person registration deadline is 30 days before Election Day. **Note: ** The original date is October 4, which is a Sunday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - October 5
  • October 4, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: You may fill out a voter registration application online, print it and mail it to the voter registrar in your county of residence. Registration by mail must be postmarked 30 days before Election Day. **Note: ** The original date is October 4, which is a Sunday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - October 5
  • October 17, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts 17 day before Election Day. If that day falls on a weekend, then early voting starts the following Monday. **Note: ** The original date is October 17, which is a Saturday. Please double check with your local election office if they have moved this date to Monday - October 19
  • October 30, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends four days before Election Day.

Official Texas 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.