2026 Virginia Voting Checklist + Deadlines

  1. Find out if you are registered to vote. Check your Virginia voter status here.

  2. Register to vote in Virginia if you need to by Tuesday, October 13, 2026 through mail. Update your existing registration if any of your information has changed. 

  3. Make sure you have your ID/Voter ID with you. 

  4. The general election date is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Put this date on your calendar.

  5. You can also vote early from Friday, September 18, 2026 to Monday, November 2, 2026.  Put these dates on your calendar. 

  6. Request an absentee ballot in Virginia if you want to vote-by-mail.

    • Deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026 5:00PM 

  7. Return your absentee ballot by:

    • Deadline: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 7:00PM

  8. Find out where your polling place is in Virginia. 

  9. Be sure to take note of any accessibility challenges you might face. Virginia offers curbside voting.

  10. If you need some instructions or want a demonstration of your district’s voting system or accessible equipment, contact your Supervisor of Elections in your county. 

  11. Check out what a sample ballot looks like. If you did not receive one in the mail, most Supervisors of Elections have them posted on their websites.

  12. Arrange any transportation help you might need. Do this in advance, not on the day you need a ride.

    Remember: your voice and vote matters! Report any voting issues by calling or texting 1-866-687-8683 (English) or 888-839-8682 (Spanish)