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2026 General Election

How to Vote

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Here is what you need to make your plan to vote.

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Key Dates

Dates from the Texas Secretary of State.

  1. TuesdayMarch 3Done

    Primary Election

    Texans chose their party nominees.

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  2. TuesdayMay 26Done

    Primary Runoff Election

    Runoffs for races where no one won more than half the vote.

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  3. MondayOctober 5Done Deadline

    Last day to register to vote

    Your application must be postmarked or turned in by this date. This is also the last day to update your address.

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  4. MondayOctober 19 – October 30Done

    Early voting in person

    Vote at any early voting location in your county. Lines are usually shorter than on Election Day.

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  5. FridayOctober 23Done Deadline

    Last day to apply for a mail ballot

    Your application must be RECEIVED by your county (not just postmarked) by this date.

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  6. TuesdayNovember 3Done

    Election Day

    Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you are in line by 7 p.m., stay in line. You can still vote.

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  7. WednesdayNovember 4Done

    Mail ballot deadline (postmarked)

    Mail ballots postmarked by 7 p.m. on Election Day must arrive by 5 p.m. on this date. Unpostmarked ballots must arrive by 7 p.m. on Election Day.

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Three Steps to Vote

  1. Check that you are registered

    It takes about a minute. You will need your name, county, and date of birth. If you moved, update your address by October 5.

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  2. Pick when you will vote

    Vote early in person October 19 – 30, or on Election Day, November 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Some voters can vote by mail (see below).

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  3. Bring an approved photo ID

    Texas asks for one of seven photo IDs when you vote in person. The list is below.

    Full ID rules

Approved Photo IDs

  1. Texas Driver License
  2. Texas Election Identification Certificate
  3. Texas Personal Identification Card
  4. Texas Handgun License
  5. U.S. Military ID card with your photo
  6. U.S. Citizenship Certificate with your photo
  7. U.S. Passport (book or card)
  • If you are 18 to 69, your ID can be expired for up to 4 years.
  • If you are 70 or older, your ID can be expired for any length of time.
  • Don’t have one and can’t reasonably get one? You can still vote. Bring a supporting document, like your voter registration certificate, a utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check, or a certified birth certificate, and sign a Reasonable Impediment Declaration at the polls.

Who Can Vote by Mail?

In Texas, you can ask for a mail ballot if you:

  • are 65 or older on Election Day
  • are sick or disabled
  • are expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day
  • will be away from your county during early voting and on Election Day
  • are civilly committed under Chapter 841 of the Texas Health and Safety Code
  • are confined in jail, but otherwise eligible

Your application must be received by your county by Friday, October 23.

How to apply for a mail ballot

Find Your County Elections Office

Your county runs your election. Go to your county’s site for polling places, sample ballots, and hours.

Not sure which county you live in? Use the District 6 checker. It tells you your county. Check my address

Common Questions

What if I’m in line when the polls close at 7 p.m.?

Stay in line. If you are in line by 7 p.m., you can still vote.

What if my name isn’t on the list at my polling place?

Ask the poll worker to help you. If they still can’t find you, you have the right to cast a provisional ballot.

Can I use my phone in the voting booth?

No. Texas doesn’t allow phones or other wireless devices within 100 feet of voting stations. You can bring printed or handwritten notes.

I moved. Can I still vote?

Update your address by October 5. If you missed that date, contact your county elections office. They will tell you where and how you can vote.