Voting Rules in Virginia

Source: www.elections.virginia.gov · Last verified May 2026
Voter ID Requirement
Strict Photo ID

Strict photo ID required. Voters without ID may vote a provisional ballot and return with ID by noon on the Friday after the election.

Mail-In Ballot Eligibility
No Excuse Required

Any registered voter may request a mail-in absentee ballot.

Early Voting
Available

Early in-person voting available 45 days before Election Day.

Registration Deadline
22 Days Before Election Day; Same-Day Registration During Early Voting

Voter registration must be completed by October 12, 2026. Online registration is available.

Same-Day Registration
During Early Voting Only

Same-day registration available during the early voting period, not on Election Day itself.

Polling Hours
6:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Polls are open from 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM on Election Day. If you are in line when polls close you are entitled to vote.

Candidates on the Ballot

Sources: Ballotpedia · Official state election filings

Candidate data will be added as 2026 races are formally declared.

Check back as filing deadlines approach · www.elections.virginia.gov

Upcoming Election Dates

Jun9
Primary Election Day
Republican and Democratic primaries · Determines nominees for the General Election
Upcoming
Oct12
Voter Registration Deadline
Last day to register for the November 2026 General Election · 22 days before Election Day; same-day registration during early voting
Upcoming
Nov3
General Election Day
Polls open 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM · If you are in line when polls close you are entitled to vote
Upcoming

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Register to Vote in Virginia

Official Virginia Voter Registration

Register online, by mail, or in person at your local election office. You must be a U.S. citizen, a Virginia resident, and at least 18 years old by Election Day.

Register at vote.elections.virginia.gov →
Deadline: 22 days before Election Day; same-day registration during early voting
Online: Yes — vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation/Lookup/registration
By Mail: Yes — received by deadline
In Person: Yes
Same-Day Reg: Yes
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen required