Tuesday, November 3, 2026
The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Whether you're a lifelong voter, undeclared, or brand new to the state, here's exactly what to do. It's easier than you think.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls close at 7 p.m. in most of New Hampshire; the cities can stay open until 8. Most open at 8 a.m., some at 7, a few at 11. Your town's hours and polling place are on the state voter portal.
In a general election there is one ballot for everyone, and party registration doesn't matter. Show up, check in, vote. Undeclared is the biggest voting bloc in New Hampshire, and it decides general elections.
New Hampshire has same-day registration. Bring proof of who you are, your age, your citizenship (a passport or birth certificate is the sure bet), and proof you live in town, and you can register and vote in one trip. Missing the citizenship document? You can sign a qualified voter affidavit at the table and still register and vote. Ask for it by name.
Absentee ballots go through your town clerk, and the clerk must have your completed ballot by 5 p.m. on election day. Request early, and if the deadline is close, walk it in instead of mailing it. Details and deadlines are on the state elections site.
Two minutes on the state voter portal shows your registration, your party status, and your polling place. If anything looks wrong, call your town clerk before election day.
Undeclared voters decide New Hampshire elections. On November 3, be one of them.
Two minutes on the state's voter portal shows your registration and your polling place. Then remind three people that the general election is Tuesday, November 3.