How and when to vote early in New York's 2026 primary election
Early voting in the New York primary election gets started Saturday.
There are a number of closely-watched races, including incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman, who is being challenged by former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander in New York's 10th Congressional District, and a crowded field of candidates hoping to succeed retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler in New York's 12th Congressional District.
Primary Day is June 23. Here's what to know about early voting ahead of it.
Several voting-related deadlines on Saturday June 13
There are a number of deadlines that land related to the primary election Saturday.
It's the last day to register to vote before the primary election in New York.
It is also the last day to request an early mail or absentee ballot be sent to you by mail.
It is also the first day of early voting.
Registering to vote
You can check your voter registration status in New York online here.
For those who aren't registered, you can do so by clicking here. Voter registration forms are available in a variety of languages.
In order to register to vote in New York, you must:
- Be a United States citizen
- Be 18 years old
- Be a resident of New York state and the locale involved in the election for 30 days or more prior to the election
- Not be in prison with a felony conviction
- Not be have been judged to be mentally incompetent
- Not claim the right to vote elsewhere
You can also call 1-800-367-8683 to request an application to vote.
When is the New York primary election early voting period?
Early voting starts Saturday, June 13 and runs through Sunday, June 21. Polling hours vary by county.
In New York City, here are the early voting dates and times.
- Saturday June 13 - 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday June 14 - 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Monday June 15 - 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Tuesday June 16 - 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Wednesday June 17 - 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Thursday June 18 - 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Friday June 19 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Saturday June 21 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Keep in mind, in-person early voting locations may well be different from general election locations. Here's an online tool that will help you find where to vote in your area.
