United States election deadlines and early voting schedules

Key deadlines and early voting periods are approaching for the November 3, 2026, general elections in several U.S. states.

In California, the deadline to register online to receive a mail-in ballot is Monday, October 19. To be eligible, individuals must be U.S. citizens, residents of California, and at least 18 years old by election day. Paper applications must be submitted or postmarked at least 15 days before the election.

Early in-person voting schedules vary by state. In Texas, in-person early voting runs from October 19 through October 30. Florida’s mandatory early voting period is scheduled from October 24 to October 31, though some counties, such as Palm Beach and St. Lucie, may begin offering voting services as early as October 19. In New York, early voting is set to begin on October 24 and continue through November 1.