Primary Election Important Dates
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Military and overseas ballots mailed.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Absentee ballots mailed.
Last day to register to vote online or on paper.
Early Voting and Same Day Registration (SDR) begins at the county clerks offices.
Saturday, May 16 – Saturday, May 30, 2026
Early Voting and SDR opens at all early voting locations.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Last day to request an absentee ballot.
Monday, May 25, 2026
Memorial Day – offices closed
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Election Day!
SDR available at all locations.
Absentee ballots due by 7 p.m.
All Sites
7 a.m. – 7 p.m
Early voting is available in person during a two to three week period before Election Day. You can vote at your local County Clerk’s office or at designated early voting locations.
No excuse is required to vote by mail in New Mexico. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is 14 days before the election. Eligible voters can opt-in to the Permanent Absentee List to automatically receive an absentee ballot for each statewide election.
New Mexico offers same-day voter registration, which allows eligible voters to register to vote or update their existing registration and vote on the same day at their County Clerk’s office. This is available during early voting periods and on Election Day.
Effective July 1, 2025, New Mexico implemented Automatic Voter Registration (AVR) through the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). Qualified electors who interact with MVD will be automatically registered unless they opt out.
Offices on the Ballot in 2026
The 2026 elections in New Mexico will include federal offices such as U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives. State offices include Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Auditor, State Treasurer, and Commissioner of Public Lands. New Mexico House of Representatives and State Senate seats will also be on the ballot. Local offices including county and municipal positions will vary by jurisdiction.
Make sure your voice is heard in every election. Register to vote today, and take part in shaping New Mexico’s future!
Election Protection Hotlines:
English language – 866-687-8683 (866-OUR-VOTE)
Spanish language – 888-839-8682 (888-VE-Y-VOTE)
Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, and Tagalog language – 888-274-8683 (888-API-VOTE)
Arabic language – 844-925-5287 (844-YALLA-US)
Common Cause Election Protection Information: https://protectthevote.net/