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.

Last verified · June 15, 2026

Key details for your state.

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.

Extra info:

  • 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:

https://www.sos.nm.gov/voting-and-elections/ ↗