Election Day is Tuesday, November 6, 2026 and all polls will be open from 7AM to 7PM.
Voting in New Mexico: Primary Elections (2026)
New Mexico uses a semi-open primary system, giving voters more flexibility in how they participate.
Key Dates for the 2026 Primary:
Election Day: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Voter Registration Deadline (online & by mail): May 5, 2026
Same-Day Registration: Available during early voting and on Election Day
Early & Absentee Voting
Early Voting Period: May 5 – May 30, 2026
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: May 19, 2026
Absentee Ballot Return Deadline: June 2, 2026 (by 7:00 PM)
Click here to find your voting location.
Look up early voting locations here.
Voting is easier and more secure than ever! To find out more about voting, please visit the Santa Fe County Clerk’s website here.
To register or check your voter registration status, visit the New Mexico voter portal.
Same Day Voter Registration is available for eligible voters at their County Clerk’s office or at any polling location in their county on Election Day. Click here for more information.
All New Mexico voters may request an absentee ballot—no excuse required. Request an absentee ballot here.