Voting in
New Mexico
Your Voting Cheat Sheet
New Mexico offers same-day voter registration during the early voting period, no-excuse absentee voting, and does not require photo ID. Early voting runs for about two weeks at county clerk offices and designated alternate voting locations.
Upcoming Elections in New Mexico
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 Mexico does not require photo ID to vote. Voters state their name, address, and year of birth at the polling place. First-time voters who registered by mail may need to show ID.
Early Voting
Absentee / Mail-In Voting
Election Day Polling Hours
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Election Day: November 3, 2026
Key Facts
- Same-day voter registration is available during the early voting period
- No photo ID is required to vote
- No-excuse absentee voting is available
- Early voting runs for approximately two weeks before Election Day
- New Mexico provides voter information in both English and Spanish
Official Resources
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