The North Carolina State Board of Elections provides a complete guide for the 2026 primary and general elections. The primary election will be held on March 3, 2026, with early voting starting February 12. Key deadlines include voter registration by February 6 and absentee ballot requests by February 17.
The general election is scheduled for November 3, 2026. Registered voters with party affiliation can only vote in their party's primary, while unaffiliated voters can choose any party's ballot. All voters must show photo ID when voting.
The guide explains three ways to vote: early in-person, on election day, or by mail. Voters can check their registration status and find sample ballots using the state's Voter Search tool. If no candidate gets enough votes in the primary, a second primary may be held on May 12, 2026.
This comprehensive resource helps North Carolina voters understand election procedures, important dates, and voting requirements for participating in the democratic process.