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New Mexico Primary

Your vote shapes
New Mexico's future.

1 Days
15 Hours
49 Minutes

until Primary Election Day · June 2, 2026

The 2026 primary is your chance to weigh in on jobs, energy, and the issues that decide our state's direction.

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Can I vote in this primary?

New for 2026: New Mexico's primary is now semi-open. Independents voters can pick a Democratic or Republican ballot — no re-registration required. Answer two quick questions to find out exactly what to do.

1 Are you registered to vote in New Mexico?

Key Dates

Mark your calendar for the 2026 New Mexico primary.

  1. Last Day to Register Online

    May 5, 2026

    Last day to register online or by mail before the primary.

    Missed it? Same-day registration is still available. →

  2. Early Voting Starts

    May 5, 2026

    In-person early voting begins at county clerk offices throughout New Mexico.

  3. Last Day to Request a Mail-In Ballot

    May 21, 2026

    Final day to request an absentee/mail-in ballot from your county clerk.

    How to vote by mail →

  4. Early Voting Ends

    May 30, 2026

    Last day of in-person early voting before Election Day.

  5. Primary Election Day

    June 2, 2026

    Polls open 7am to 7pm. If you are in line by 7pm, you will be allowed to vote.

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Missed the May 5 registration deadline?

You can still register and vote on the same day.

New Mexico allows same-day voter registration through Election Day. Bring proof of residence to any vote center.

  • Where Any in-person early voting site or your Election Day vote center.
  • When Through the close of polls on Election Day, June 2.
  • What to bring A photo ID or any document showing your name and current NM address.
What counts as proof of residence?
  • NM driver license or state ID
  • Tribal or Pueblo ID
  • Utility bill or bank statement
  • Paystub showing NM address
  • Student ID with current address
Voting by mail

How to vote by mail in New Mexico

Any registered New Mexico voter can request a mail-in ballot — no excuse needed. Here's the timeline and how to make sure your ballot counts.

  1. Step 1

Track your ballot anytime at NMVOTE.org. If your ballot is rejected for a signature mismatch, your county clerk will contact you so you can fix it.

Step 1

Find your county clerk

Each of New Mexico's 33 counties runs its own elections. Enter your ZIP code to jump to your county's early-voting page.

Your plan to vote

Make your voting plan

Tell us when and how you plan to vote. We'll send a calendar invite you can save.