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Oregon election dates and voting deadlines for 2026

Oregon 2026 election dates. Find vote-by-mail dates, registration deadlines, drop boxes, and ballot return requirements. Official sources included.

Next listed election: November 3, 2026

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Registration and ways to vote

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.

01

Register

Register online with the required Oregon credential or submit a signed paper form by mail or in person. Check your active status and mailing address with My Vote.

  • In-person registration deadline

    Deliver your registration to your county elections office by October 13 during office hours.

    Official deadline source
  • Mail registration postmark deadline

    Postmark a new registration application by October 13. Check your registration status with your county.

    Official deadline source
  • Online registration deadline

    Submit your new online registration by 11:59 p.m. Pacific time October 13.

    Official deadline source
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Source review: 2026-10-19

02

Vote early

Vote when your mailed ballot arrives; mailings begin October 14

  • Ballot mailing begins

    Oregon votes by mail. Ballots begin mailing October 14; vote once yours arrives. Check county office hours for assistance or a replacement ballot.

    Official deadline source
  • Final ballot hand-return deadline

    Deliver your ballot to an official drop box or county elections office by 8 p.m. November 3. Check local drop-box hours.

    Official deadline source
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Source review: 2026-10-19

03

Vote by mail

Active registered voters receive ballots automatically. Sign the return envelope. Mail early or use an official drop box; postmark and receipt deadlines both apply to mailed returns.

  • Mailed ballot postmark deadline

    Mail ballots must be postmarked by November 3. Mail early or request a hand-stamped postmark at the post office; collection does not guarantee a same-day postmark.

    Official deadline source
  • Timely postmarked ballot receipt deadline

    Your county must receive a ballot postmarked by November 3 no later than November 10.

    Official deadline source
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Source review: 2026-10-19

04

Election Day

November 3, 2026. Poll hours: County elections offices: 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. local time; ballots due at 8:00 p.m.. Check your official ballot, voting location, and identification requirements before you go.

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Source review: 2026-10-19

Date labels compare calendar dates in Pacific 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 Oregon election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.

Oregon voter information lookup

Use Oregon’s voter information resource to review your personal voting information.

  • Check Your Voter Registration Status
  • View your voter registration information
  • Update your voter registration
  • Check the status of your ballot
  • Find a ballot drop site

Who can vote in primaries in Oregon?

Oregon’s major parties may choose whether to admit nonaffiliated voters. Democratic and Republican primaries are closed: register with the party to vote in its candidate contests. All voters may vote on nonpartisan contests and measures.

Page generated: October 19, 2026. Generated from structured election data and official source links. Confirm final details with state or local election officials.