New Mexico

Voting Guide.

New Mexico offers same-day registration during early voting and on Election Day. Early voting runs for nearly four weeks before Election Day.

Make your plan to vote today.

Registration deadline: 28 days before Election Day (online/mail). Same-day registration available throughout early voting and on Election Day.
Early voting: In-person early voting begins 28 days before Election Day at the county clerk's office, with expanded locations starting 14 days before.
Absentee / mail-in: Application must be received by 14 days before Election Day. Ballot must be received by 7:00 PM Election Day.
ID requirements: Generally no photo ID required. First-time voters who registered by mail without verified ID may need to show ID.
Election Day hours: Polls open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Mountain Time. If you are in line at 7:00 PM, you can vote.

Same-day registration is available during early voting and on Election Day at any vote center.
New Mexico passed major voting expansions in 2023 — automatic voter registration and a permanent absentee list.
Most counties use vote centers — vote at any location in your county.

All information on this page comes from the New Mexico Secretary of State's official election website. Confirm details there before voting: