Choose the voting method that works for you. Deadlines depend on that method. Check the time and delivery requirements, not just the date. Military, overseas, and emergency voting may have separate rules.
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Register
Register through the state’s online portal, by mail, or in person through your board of elections or an authorized agency. Applications must arrive by October 24. Check your registration and assigned voting sites.
In-person registration receipt deadline
Your registration application must be received by October 24. The Saturday deadline stays in effect; mailing it that day is not sufficient. Follow official submission instructions.
Your registration application must be received by October 24. The Saturday deadline stays in effect; mailing it that day is not sufficient. Follow official submission instructions.
Your registration application must be received by October 24. The Saturday deadline stays in effect; mailing it that day is not sufficient. Follow official submission instructions.
Any registered voter may request a no-excuse early mail ballot; traditional absentee ballots have qualifying-reason rules. Apply online, by mail, or in person. Use the security and return envelopes and sign and date as instructed.
Mail/online ballot application receipt deadline
Your board of elections must receive the mailed or online application by October 24. Any registered voter can request an early mail ballot.
November 3, 2026. Poll hours: 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Eastern time. Check your official ballot, voting location, and identification requirements before you go.
Date labels compare calendar dates in Eastern time; “Today” does not mean the cutoff time has not passed. Confirm local times with your election office.
Before You Vote
Key voting questions
How can I find my polling location?
Use the New York election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.
New York voter information lookup
Use New York’s voter information resource to review your personal voting information.
New York's current statewide calendar includes New York General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.
New York has closed party primaries. You must be enrolled in the party whose primary you wish to vote in. Changes of party enrollment for the 2026 primary were due February 14; new voter enrollment has separate rules.
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