New Mexico Voting Guide

When are New Mexico's registration deadlines?

Online: 28 days before the election

By Mail: The documents must be postmarked 28 days before the election.

Missed the Deadline?: You can register to vote or update your voter registration and then vote on the same day at your County Clerk’s office or at any polling location in your county on Election Day. Some counties offer Early Voting during a period before Election Day (check with your county).  

How do I request an absentee ballot in New Mexico?

To request an absentee ballot, you can visit the New Mexico Absentee Ballot Application website. Additionally, you can contact your local county clerk in person, by mail, or by phone to request a ballot, or you can download an Absentee Ballot Application, fill it out, and submit it to your local county clerk.

What do I need to bring to the polls in New Mexico?

Registered voters are not generally required to provide any type of identification when they go to vote. There are some exceptions, however.

If you register to vote for the first time by mail and you did not include a copy of your ID, you will have to show some valid form of ID at the polling place. Additionally, the City of Albuquerque and the City of Rio Rancho have city ordinances in place that require voters to show an ID at the polls.

What special accommodations are available?

If you are disabled, you can ask for assistance at the polls. Additionally, you can choose a person to help you, as long as that person is not a candidate, your employer, an agent of your employer, or a union representative.

What do I do if I see something illegal at the polls?

If you see something related to voting you believe to be illegal, you can fill out a Complaint Form and submit it to the New Mexico Secretary of State's Office. It is worth noting that the Office does not investigate anonymous complaints.

You can also report voting law violations to the U.S. Department of Justice.

If your own voting rights have been unjustly limited, you may want to consult with a legal professional who specializes in voting laws. They may be able to provide you with advice and assistance, should you need it.