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Voting in California
California will hold its 2026 primary elections on June 2. The general election will be held on November 3.
When to Vote
Dates you shouldn’t miss.
Primary Election Dates
All primary elections in California are "Top-Two" elections. All candidates appear on the same ballot, and the two candidates who receive the most votes in the primary, regardless of party, move forward to the general election.
Jun 2, 2026
Primary election day
Jun 2, 2026
Voter registration deadline — in person
May 18, 2026
Voter registration deadline — online
May 18, 2026
Voter registration deadline — by mail
May 26, 2026
Vote by mail request deadline (by mail)
May 26, 2026
Vote by mail request deadline (in person)
Jun 3, 2026
Ballot return deadline (postmarked by)
May 4, 2026–Jun 1, 2026
Early voting
General Election Dates
Plan to Vote
Make a plan to vote
How to Vote
How to vote in California
Early Voting
Vote by Mail
Voter ID
Voting FAQs
Can I check to see if I’m registered to vote?
How long does it take to process my voter registration?
How frequently are elections held?
How can I track my absentee ballot status?
Can I register to vote at my student address?
Can I vote without an address?
Can a US citizen without a US address who is living abroad register to vote?
I think my voting rights have been denied. What do I do?