General Election 2026 November 3
Find key dates, voting options, and official tools to help you participate with confidence in the 2026 General Election.
Elecciones Generales 2026 3 de noviembre
Consulta fechas clave, opciones para votar y herramientas oficiales para participar con confianza en las Elecciones Generales de 2026.
General Election 2026 November 3
Find official dates, voting options, deadlines, and tools to make your voting plan with confidence.
Find Your Poll Site
Confirm your assigned Early Voting and Election Day locations.
Open official locator →Check Your Registration
Verify your registration status and current voter information.
Check voter record →Register or Update
Register to vote or update your name and address by October 24.
Start registration →Request a Mail Ballot
Request an Early Mail or absentee ballot using the official portal.
Request a ballot →Plan ahead for the General Election
Save the deadlines that apply to your voting plan and use official tools to confirm your information.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. If you are in line by 9:00 PM, you are entitled to vote.
Voter Registration
Registration applications must be received by the Board of Elections.
Mail or Online Ballot Request
Last day for mailed or online Early Mail and absentee ballot applications to be received.
In-Person Ballot Request
Last day to apply in person for an Early Mail or absentee ballot.
Mail Ballot Return
Ballots must be postmarked or returned in person by Election Day. Mailed ballots must arrive by November 10.
October 24–November 1, 2026
New York City voters are assigned an Early Voting location. Confirm your site before heading out.
Choose the option that works for you
Make your plan early and review the official instructions for your preferred voting method.
Vote Early
Vote in person from October 24 through November 1. Your Early Voting location may differ from your Election Day site.
Find Early Voting SiteVote on Election Day
Vote Tuesday, November 3, from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Check your assigned location before leaving home.
Find Election Day SiteVote by Mail
Any registered voter may request an Early Mail ballot. Follow every instruction and return it by the applicable deadline.
Request Mail BallotWhat may be on your ballot?
Your exact ballot depends on your registered address and district. Statewide and district contests may include:
- Governor and Lieutenant Governor
- Attorney General
- State Comptroller
- U.S. House of Representatives
- New York State Senate
- New York State Assembly
Additional judicial, local, or ballot proposal contests may appear. Use the official locator to preview your sample ballot when available.
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These outreach efforts reflect DUSA’s ongoing work to connect voters with information and encourage participation in the democratic process.
Quick answers for New York City voters
Who can vote in the General Election?
All registered voters who are eligible may vote in the General Election. You do not need to be enrolled in a political party.
Where do I vote?
Your location depends on your registered address. Use the official poll site locator to confirm your Early Voting and Election Day sites.
Can I vote early?
Yes. Early Voting for the General Election runs from October 24 through November 1, 2026.
What time are polls open on Election Day?
Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Anyone in line by 9:00 PM is entitled to vote.
Do I need identification to vote?
Registered voters generally do not need to show ID. A first-time voter who did not provide identification with registration may be asked for it, but may still vote by affidavit ballot.
What if I moved or my information changed?
Update your voter registration so your record and assigned polling place reflect your current address.
Election information should always be confirmed with official sources. Visit the NYC Board of Elections
