2026 GENERAL ELECTION
Plan for early voting, mail-in voting, or Election Day. Dates checked against Maryland’s official 2026 election information on October 12.
Advance registration and voter information update deadline. Mailed registration must be postmarked by October 13; in-person registration remains available during early voting and on Election Day.
Check registration requirements7 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily, including weekends. Vote at an early voting center in your county of residence.
Find early voting informationDeadline to request a ballot that is mailed to you. Online, mail, fax, and drop-box requests are covered by the official instructions.
Read mail-in instructionsDeadline to request a ballot delivered electronically for you to download and print.
Read request instructionsPolls are open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Vote at your assigned polling place. Mail-in ballots must meet Maryland’s official Election Day return requirements.
Find polling place & ballotMaryland provides in-person registration during early voting and on Election Day. Review the official requirements and bring proof of your residence.
Check registration requirements