NJ · 2026 midterms
Early voting in New Jersey
Oct 24 – Nov 1, 2026
Registration in New Jersey closed on Oct 13, 2026. Confirm you are still on the rolls.
Quick answers for New Jersey
Short, sourced answers to common questions. If something looks off, trust the official site.
Last checked Oct 10, 2026
When can I vote early in New Jersey?
Early voting runs Oct 24, 2026 through Nov 1, 2026. Hours and sites are set locally.
Is it too late to register in New Jersey?
Registration closed on Oct 13, 2026. Use the official election site to check whether you are still registered and what you can do next.
Do I need ID to vote in New Jersey?
Rules in New Jersey changed recently. Confirm here on the official election site before you rely on a summary.
Can college students vote where they go to school in New Jersey?
You can register at your college address or at your parents' address. You have to have lived at the address you choose for 30 days before the election.
When is the mail ballot request deadline in New Jersey?
Request your mail ballot by Oct 27, 2026. Mailed applications must be received by Oct 27.
When does my mail ballot have to arrive in New Jersey?
Mail your ballot so it is postmarked by Invalid Date. It must arrive by Nov 9, 2026.
Can I track my ballot in New Jersey?
Use New Jersey's ballot tracker to see when your ballot was sent, received, and accepted.
Can I vote with a felony record in New Jersey?
You can't vote while you're incarcerated for an indictable offense (a felony). As soon as you're out, even on probation or parole, you can register and vote.
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Dates move and counties set hours inside these windows. Before you make the trip, confirm with New Jersey's election office.
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