Voting in
New Jersey
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
New Jersey offers no-excuse vote-by-mail and early in-person voting. Most voters do not need to show ID. Registration must be completed 21 days before the election. The state does not offer same-day registration.
Upcoming Elections in New Jersey
New Jersey Primary Election
New Jersey holds primary elections for federal and state offices. New Jersey is a closed primary state requiring party registration to participate.
- • U.S. Senate nomination
- • U.S. House nominations (all 12 districts)
- • State legislature nominations
2026 Federal Midterm General Election
The 2026 midterm general election determines control of Congress and numerous governorships. All 435 U.S. House seats, approximately 33-34 U.S. Senate seats, and 36 governorships are on the ballot.
- • U.S. Senate (33-34 seats)
- • U.S. House of Representatives (all 435 seats)
- • Gubernatorial races (36 states)
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Registration Deadlines
Quick Facts
Voter ID Requirements
New Jersey does not require photo ID for most voters. First-time voters who registered by mail without providing ID may need to show identification.
Early Voting
Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Election Day Polling Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Key Facts
- No-excuse vote-by-mail is available to all registered voters
- Early voting is available for approximately 9 days before Election Day
- No photo ID is required for most voters
- Registration deadline is 21 days before the election
- Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, providing 14 hours of voting time
Official Resources
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