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New Hampshire

You have two ways to cast a ballot. Here's the easiest one for you.

★ Easiest in New Hampshire

Option 1 of 3

Vote on Election Day

When
Tue, Nov 3

Polls open on Election Day

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Option 2 of 3

Vote early, in person

Limited

When
Not offered statewide

Some states offer excuse-required in-person absentee instead

Excuse-required absentee in person only.

Option 3 of 3

Vote by mail

When
Request by Oct 28

Excuse required

Return deadline
Must arrive by Election Day

Return by mail or at any drop box, vote center, or county office

Excuse required.

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October 2026

Election DayMail ballot deadline

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── Your 2026 federal races

What's on your federal ballot

U.S. Senate: Open seat. Senator Jeanne Shaheen announced they are not seeking reelection.

Senator Shaheen announced she is not seeking reelection. The seat is open.

For specific candidates and updates, visit your state's official election office (opens in new tab).

U.S. House: All 2 of New Hampshire's House seats are on the ballot.

For specific candidates, visit your state's official election office (opens in new tab).

Last updated: May 3, 2026. Race information changes as candidates file and primaries finalize. Always verify with your state's election office for the most current information.

── What to bring

New Hampshire requires photo ID.

HB 1569 (2024) ended affidavit option.

Bring one of these

  • Driver's license or state-issued non-driver ID
  • U.S. passport or passport card
  • Military or veteran ID
  • Tribal enrollment card
  • Concealed carry permit (in some states)

Lists vary by state. New Hampshire's full accepted-ID list is on its election authority site.

── Registration

Same-day registration available, including on Election Day.

Not registered yet? Register at vote.gov (opens in new tab). It's the federal government's portal and routes you to New Hampshire's election authority.

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