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Arizona elections in 2026

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

Last reviewed: July 26, 2026. Arizona election dates and voting deadline information is summarized from curated election data and official source links listed on this page. Confirm dates, deadlines, and local procedures with your state or local election office.

At a glance​

Register to vote in Arizona​

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

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

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Voter Registration Applications must be completed and returned in person 29 days prior to an election in order to be "registered to vote in that election. ". You may visit your County Recorder's office and fill out a registration form in person. The County Recorder will send you a confirmation of registration within 4-6 weeks. You must register at least 29 days before the election (or the next business day if that deadline falls on a holiday) to vote in that election.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration forms are available online, or you can request that a voter registration form be mailed to you from your County Recorder. After completing the form, mail it to your County Recorder’s office. If returned by mail, the registration must be: (1) postmarked by the deadline and received by the County Recorder by 7: 00 p. m. on Election Day; or (2) dated on or before the deadline and received by the County Recorder no later than 5 days after the deadline.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: If you have an Arizona Driver’s License and/or an Arizona non-operating identification card issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) you may register to vote through ServiceArizona EZ Voter Registration. You can use the online voter registration process to register to vote or make changes to an existing voter registration.

Online​

If you have an Arizona Driver’s License and/or an Arizona non-operating identification card issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) you may register to vote through ServiceArizona EZ Voter Registration. You can use the online voter registration process to register to vote or make changes to an existing voter registration

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

Voter registration forms are available online, or you can request that a voter registration form be mailed to you from your County Recorder. After completing the form, mail it to your County Recorder’s office. If returned by mail, the registration must be: (1) postmarked by the deadline and received by the County Recorder by 7: 00 p. m. on Election Day; or (2) dated on or before the deadline and received by the County Recorder no later than 5 days after the deadline.

Deadlines

In Person​

Voter Registration Applications must be completed and returned in person 29 days prior to an election in order to be "registered to vote in that election. ". You may visit your County Recorder's office and fill out a registration form in person. The County Recorder will send you a confirmation of registration within 4-6 weeks. You must register at least 29 days before the election (or the next business day if that deadline falls on a holiday) to vote in that election.

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Military Overseas: Available

You can complete the Federal Post Card Application, which both registers you to vote and requests an absentee ballot for each election until the next regularly scheduled general election (November of an even year).

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. The county will mail out proof of registration 4 - 6 weeks after the registration form is received.

Absentee and early voting in Arizona​

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.

  • September 19, 2026 — UOCAVA deadline for Absentee Ballot Request: UOCAVA deadline for the November 3, 2026 General Election
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration forms are available online, or you can request that a voter registration form be mailed to you from your County Recorder. After completing the form, mail it to your County Recorder’s office. If returned by mail, the registration must be: (1) postmarked by the deadline and received by the County Recorder by 7: 00 p. m. on Election Day; or (2) dated on or before the deadline and received by the County Recorder no later than 5 days after the deadline.
  • October 7, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts 27 days before Election Day.
  • October 23, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Ends: Absentee ballot request by Mail, in Person, or online must be received by 5pm, 11 days before Election Day.
  • October 30, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends on the Friday before Election Day.
  • November 3, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Return Ends: Completed ballot must be received by 7: 00 p. m. on Election Day.

Voter ID requirements in Arizona​

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

Arizona election dates for 2026​

Municipal General Election — May 19, 2026​

Local elections

Important dates​

  • April 4, 2026 — UOCAVA deadline for the May 19, 2026 Election: UOCAVA deadline for the May 19, 2026 Election
  • April 20, 2026 — Last Day To Register To Vote: Last day to register to vote in the May 19, 2026 Election at 11: 59 p. m.
  • April 22, 2026 — Early voting period: Early voting begins and early ballots mailed.

Primary Election — July 21, 2026​

Statewide Primary election.

Important dates​

  • June 6, 2026 — UOCAVA deadline for the July 21, 2026 Primary Election: UOCAVA deadline for Absentee ballot request
  • June 22, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline: Last day to register to vote in the July 21, 2026 Primary Election at 11: 59 p. m.
  • June 24, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting begins and early ballots mailed

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • September 19, 2026 — UOCAVA deadline for Absentee Ballot Request: UOCAVA deadline for the November 3, 2026 General Election
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Voter Registration Applications must be completed and returned in person 29 days prior to an election in order to be "registered to vote in that election. ". You may visit your County Recorder's office and fill out a registration form in person. The County Recorder will send you a confirmation of registration within 4-6 weeks. You must register at least 29 days before the election (or the next business day if that deadline falls on a holiday) to vote in that election.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: Voter registration forms are available online, or you can request that a voter registration form be mailed to you from your County Recorder. After completing the form, mail it to your County Recorder’s office. If returned by mail, the registration must be: (1) postmarked by the deadline and received by the County Recorder by 7: 00 p. m. on Election Day; or (2) dated on or before the deadline and received by the County Recorder no later than 5 days after the deadline.
  • October 5, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: If you have an Arizona Driver’s License and/or an Arizona non-operating identification card issued by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) you may register to vote through ServiceArizona EZ Voter Registration. You can use the online voter registration process to register to vote or make changes to an existing voter registration.
  • October 7, 2026 — Early voting begins: Early voting starts 27 days before Election Day.
  • October 23, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Ends: Absentee ballot request by Mail, in Person, or online must be received by 5pm, 11 days before Election Day.
  • October 30, 2026 — Early voting ends: Early voting ends on the Friday before Election Day.
  • November 3, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Return Ends: Completed ballot must be received by 7: 00 p. m. on Election Day.

Official Arizona 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.