Voting in New York

How to vote in New York 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, June 23, 2026
General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Register online by: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Register by mail by: Saturday, October 24, 2026(received)
Register in person by: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Request a mail ballot by: Saturday, October 24, 2026

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

Register to vote

Online: 10 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 15 days before Election Day. Received 10 days before Election Day. In person: 10 days before Election Day.

Online — the fastest way
A few minutes on the official site.
Register online in New York
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.
New York election office

Already registered? Double-check.

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

Vote by mail

Any registered voter can vote by mail in New York. Received 15 days before Election Day

Returning it: Postmarked on Election Day and received 7 days after Election Day. Voted ballots can also be turned in by hand on election day.

Request your New York 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 New York election office See what's on your ballot

Quick answers

Can I register to vote online in New York?

Yes — New York has official online registration (deadline: Saturday, October 24, 2026 for the general election). It usually takes a few minutes.

Do I need an excuse to vote by mail?

No — any registered voter in New York can request a mail ballot, no excuse needed.

Can I register on Election Day?

No — same-day registration isn't available in New York, so the advance deadline is the one that counts. Online: 10 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 15 days before Election Day. Received 10 days before Election Day. In person: 10 days before Election Day.

When are the 2026 elections?

State Primary: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Turn this into your plan

Three questions, then every New York 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 New York election office. Found an error? Tell us.