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Oregon elections in 2026

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

At a glance​

Register to vote in Oregon​

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

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

Upcoming registration deadlines​

  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Instead of registering to vote online you can complete a Voter Registration form and return it in person to your county elections office. ​​.
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: You can complete a Voter Registration form and mail it to your county elections office. ​.
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: A new registrant must submit their online registration by 11: 59: 59 p. m. Pacific Time on the 21st calendar day before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. ​.

Online​

A new registrant must submit their online registration by 11: 59: 59 p. m. Pacific Time on the 21st calendar day before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. ​

Eligibility or requirements

  • Must meet state voter registration eligibility requirements.

Deadlines

By Mail​

You can complete a Voter Registration form and mail it to your county elections office. ​

Deadlines

  • Mail registration must meet the state deadline 21 days before Election Day.

  • Download the form

In Person​

Instead of registering to vote online you can complete a Voter Registration form and return it in person to your county elections office. ​​

Deadlines

Special registration options​

Military Overseas: Available

Military and overseas voters may have additional registration options.

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 Oregon​

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.

  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: You can complete a Voter Registration form and mail it to your county elections office. ​.
  • October 16, 2026 — All-Mail voting begins: Dropsites must open the Friday before an election, but may open as soon as ballots are available (18 days before).
  • November 3, 2026 — All-Mail voting ends: Early voting ends on the Election Day.

Voter ID requirements in Oregon​

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

Oregon election dates for 2026​

Primary Election — May 19, 2026​

Statewide and Federal primaries are held on the third Tuesday in May of each even-numbered year to select the nominees of the major political parties for partisan offices - OR ST § 254. 056

Important dates​

  • April 28, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Instead of registering to vote online you can complete a Voter Registration form and return it in person to your county elections office. ​​.
  • April 28, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: You can complete a Voter Registration form and mail it to your county elections office. ​.
  • April 28, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: A new registrant must submit their online registration by 11: 59: 59 p. m. Pacific Time on the 21st calendar day before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. ​.
  • April 29, 2026 — All-Mail voting begins: Drop sites must open the Friday before an election, but may open as soon as ballots are available (18 days before).
  • May 14, 2026 — Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Last day counties required to mail absentee, reissued or replacement ballots.
  • May 19, 2026 — All-Mail voting ends: Early voting ends on the Election Day.

General Election — November 3, 2026​

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

Important dates​

  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline In Person: Instead of registering to vote online you can complete a Voter Registration form and return it in person to your county elections office. ​​.
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment: You can complete a Voter Registration form and mail it to your county elections office. ​.
  • October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline Online: A new registrant must submit their online registration by 11: 59: 59 p. m. Pacific Time on the 21st calendar day before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. ​.
  • October 16, 2026 — All-Mail voting begins: Dropsites must open the Friday before an election, but may open as soon as ballots are available (18 days before).
  • November 3, 2026 — All-Mail voting ends: Early voting ends on the Election Day.

Official Oregon 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.