2026 voter guide
NH
How to vote in New Hampshire in 2026
Every deadline, rule, and official link — kept simple. When you're ready, build a personal plan with calendar reminders in about a minute.
Key dates
- State Primary
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026
- General Election
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Register in person by
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Request a mail ballot by
- Monday, November 2, 2026
Deadlines shown are for the November 3, 2026 general election.
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Register to vote
By mail: Received between 6 and 13 days before Election Day, depending on which town you live in. In person: Election Day. Before Election Day, the last day to register is the last meeting of the Supervisors of the Checklist. The supervisors meet once, 6-13 days before Election Day. Same-day registration available.
By mail
New Hampshire doesn't accept the national form — register through your town or city clerk.
In person
At your local election office — or same-day at the polls.
Already registered? Double-check.
Vote by mail
New Hampshire requires an approved excuse to vote by mail. Mail requests accepted until the day before Election Day; requesting at least 14 days ahead recommended.
Returning it: Received by 5pm Election Day.
Vote in person
Early voting
Not offeredNew Hampshire does not offer early voting. Absentee ballots are available only with an approved excuse (absence, disability, religious observance, work, or severe weather).
On Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026 — vote at your assigned polling place or vote center.
On your 2026 ballot
One statewide measure is certified for New Hampshire's 2026 ballot so far.
Eliminate Office of Register of Probate AmendmentConstitutional amendment · State government · Nov 3, 2026
This amendment would amend the New Hampshire Constitution to eliminate the county office of register of probate.
A yes vote means: Eliminates the office of register of probate.
A no vote means: Keeps the office of register of probate in the state constitution.
All 2026 ballot measures, state by state →
Statewide measures only, from Ballotpedia's certified list (checked Jul 6, 2026). Local measures appear on your county sample ballot.
Quick answers
Can I register to vote online in New Hampshire?
No — New Hampshire doesn't offer online registration. You can register by mail with the national form, or in person at your local election office.
Do I need an excuse to vote by mail?
Yes — New Hampshire requires an approved excuse (like being away, illness, or disability) to vote by mail.
Can I register on Election Day?
Yes — New Hampshire offers same-day registration. By mail: Received between 6 and 13 days before Election Day, depending on which town you live in. In person: Election Day. Before Election Day, the last day to register is the last meeting of the Supervisors of the Checklist. The supervisors meet once, 6-13 days before Election Day. Same-day registration available.
When are the 2026 elections?
State Primary: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Turn this into your plan
Three questions, then every New Hampshire deadline lands on your calendar with reminders.
Make your voting planCompiled from official state sources, vote.gov, and Ballotpedia (2026 calendars). Rules occasionally change — when it matters, confirm with the New Hampshire election office. Found an error? Tell us.