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How to vote in Virginia 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, August 4, 2026
General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Register online by: Friday, October 23, 2026
Register by mail by: Friday, October 23, 2026(postmarked)
Register in person by: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Request a mail ballot by: Friday, October 23, 2026

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

Register to vote

Online: Received by 11:59 PM 22 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 22 days before Election Day. In person: Received by close of business 22 days before Election Day OR. Same-day registration available.

Online — the fastest way
A few minutes on the official site.
Register online in Virginia
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 same-day at the polls.
Virginia 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 Virginia. Received by 5 PM 11 days before Election Day

Returning it: Postmarked by Election Day and received by noon 3 days after Election Day.

Request your Virginia 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 Virginia election office See what's on your ballot

Quick answers

Can I register to vote online in Virginia?

Yes — Virginia has official online registration (deadline: Friday, October 23, 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 Virginia can request a mail ballot, no excuse needed.

Can I register on Election Day?

Yes — Virginia offers same-day registration. Online: Received by 11:59 PM 22 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 22 days before Election Day. In person: Received by close of business 22 days before Election Day OR. Same-day registration available.

When are the 2026 elections?

State Primary: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Turn this into your plan

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