Voting in Delaware

How to vote in Delaware in 2026

Every deadline, rule, and official link — kept simple. When you're ready, build a personal plan with calendar reminders in about a minute.

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Key dates

State Primary: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Register online by: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Register by mail by: Saturday, October 10, 2026(postmarked)
Register in person by: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Request a mail ballot by: Friday, October 30, 2026

Deadlines shown are for the November 3, 2026 general election.

Register to vote

Online: The fourth Saturday before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked by the fourth Saturday before Election Day. In person: The fourth Saturday before Election Day.

Online — the fastest way
A few minutes on the official site.
Register online in Delaware
By mail
Print, sign, and mail the National Mail Voter Registration Form.
Get the national form (PDF)
In person
At your local election office or DMV.
Delaware election office

Already registered? Double-check.

Moved, changed your name, or just not sure? Check your registration status

Vote by mail

Delaware requires an approved excuse to vote by mail. Received 4 days before Election Day

Returning it: Received by 8pm on Election Day.

Request your Delaware mail ballot

Vote in person

Vote early where available (dates vary by county), or at your polling place on Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Find your polling place Delaware election office See what's on your ballot

Quick answers

Can I register to vote online in Delaware?

Yes — Delaware has official online registration (deadline: Saturday, October 10, 2026 for the general election). It usually takes a few minutes.

Do I need an excuse to vote by mail?

Yes — Delaware requires an approved excuse (like being away, illness, or disability) to vote by mail.

Can I register on Election Day?

No — same-day registration isn't available in Delaware, so the advance deadline is the one that counts. Online: The fourth Saturday before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked by the fourth Saturday before Election Day. In person: The fourth Saturday before Election Day.

When are the 2026 elections?

State Primary: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Turn this into your plan

Three questions, then every Delaware deadline lands on your calendar with reminders.

Make your voting plan

Compiled from official state sources, vote.gov, and Ballotpedia (2026 calendars). Rules occasionally change — when it matters, confirm with the Delaware election office. Found an error? Tell us.