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Know your Voting Rights
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It’s important to know your voting rights. Find the information you need here.
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If you have been charged, but not convicted, if you are on parole or probation, if you are out on bail, pending an appeal, YES! You can vote. Please see our Voter Rights page for more information, and do not hesitate to reach out if you have a question.
Check your voter registration
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Check your voter registration here.
We recommend that everyone check their voter registration about a month prior to an election. It only takes a minute. -
Register online here. Or download a voter registration form here, and mail it in. Make sure you choose the right county. Scroll down for deadlines, qualifications, and answers to your questions. We provide instructions if you need them.
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Find your polling location here.
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We get it! The process can be intimidating and the more you know the more confident you’ll feel. Check this out for a step-by-step for filling out the form.
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Take a look at P2V’s suggested Vote by Mail checklist. It’s super easy and convenient.
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Drop box locations listed by County.
3 Ways to Vote In New Jersey
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Vote by Mail
You have to be registered to vote to vote by mail OR select Vote by Mail when registering to vote. Per the application you can vote by mail every election, or any election you choose. We recommend using a secure Drop Box anywhere in your county of residence.
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Vote Early In-Person
Prior to Election Day polls are open for in-person voting. Locations will be added when they are finalized.
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Vote on Election Day
If you love the tradition of voting on Election Day, find your polling place and go vote!
2026 NJ Election Deadlines & Dates
Primary Election –
Last day to register - May 12
Last day to request a Mail-In Ballot - May 26
Early In-Person Voting - May 26 - May 31
Election Day - June 2 polls are open 7am – 8pm
General Election –
Last day to register – Oct. 13
Last Day to request a Mail-In Ballot – Oct. 27
Early In-Person Voting - Oct. 23 - Nov. 1
Election Day - Nov. 3 polls are open 7am – 8pm
Check your Voter Registration here.
We recommend checking your Voter Registration every year at least a month prior to an election. If you have any questions contact your County Board of Elections.
If you aren’t registered, get registered for the 2026 Election and be prepared to vote.
WHO CAN REGISTER?
If you are a US citizen
If you are 17 you can register, and vote when you turn 18. (In 2026, if you turn 18 on election day you can register and vote in the Primary when you are 17.)
If you have resided in NJ 30 days prior to election day
If you are on parole, probation, or prior to a conviction (you may have to re-register if you were previously registered, but we recommend checking your voter registration online.) Click here for details on restoring your right to vote.
If you are experiencing homelessness, you can register using a P.O. Box, the address to a local shelter, advocacy organization, outreach center, or the home of someone who will receive mail on your behalf.
IF YOU HAVE MOVED you can still vote in your previous district if you haven't had the chance to register at your new address.
To change your address you can use the Voter Registration form through the NJ MVC when you change your license but it must be by the designated deadline of 21 days before the election.
Voter Registration - 21 day deadlines:
Primary – May 12, 2026
General – October 13, 2026
Check out our student voting information.
If you are leaving for college, you have a different set of needs for voting. We have a page and checklist just for you!
Voting by Mail
Voting by Mail is an opportunity to vote from your home, dorm, vacation, business trip, etc. It can also give you extra time to vote depending on when you apply, because the ballots start hitting mailboxes 2-6 weeks before the election. So if there is a possibility of getting called to work, or not being able to get to the polls for any reason at all, this is a great option.
How to apply:
You can select Vote by Mail when you register to vote for the first time or change your address.
If you are already registered to vote, you can fill out the application online or print the paper application.
Be sure to complete section 1-9. Sections 10 & 11 are only needed if you require assistance completing and submitting the form.
For paper applications be sure to download the application for the County where you live, as there is a preprinted address on the form for your County Clerk.
Voters may apply for a Vote by Mail ballot in person the day before an election, by 3 p.m. at the Clerk's office. You can also submit your completed ballot to the Board of Elections at that time.
Once you’ve voted your ballot, either mail it, drop it in a secure drop box anywhere in the county where you live, or drop it off to your Board of Elections office. We love the drop box option.
Choosing to Vote by Mail - It’s important to remember that your ballot will be sent to the address you provide. You cannot take it to your polling place. If you change your mind and want to vote at the polls, contact your County Clerk in writing prior to the election, or you can vote at the polls by way of a Provisional Ballot. If you are told you cannot vote and are not offered a provisional ballot, just ask.
NJ Voting Early In-Person
The State of New Jersey lets you vote in person prior to Election Day, including Saturday and Sunday. And you can use any Early Voting Location in your County of residence. The state will post locations closer to Election Day.
Voting by Provisional Ballot
If you are told you can’t vote in the booth at your polling place, don’t leave! You can and should vote by Provisional Ballot. If the poll worker doesn’t offer one, request it. Read more…
Voting on Election Day - Primary June 2, 2026
General November 3, 2026
If you want to vote on Election Day the polls are open 6am - 8pm!
We recommend checking out a Sample Ballot before you go, so you know what to expect, and you can taking it with you for scanning.