2026 Oregon Voting Information
Make Sure You’re Ready to Vote
Oregon’s 2026 General Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Oregon conducts elections by mail, so registered voters receive their ballots at their mailing address.
Important 2026 General Election Dates
October 13, 2026 — Voter Registration Deadline
This is the last day to register to vote for the November General Election. Online registrations must be completed by 11:59 p.m., and mailed registration cards must be postmarked by October 13.
October 14–20, 2026 — Ballots Mailed
Oregon counties begin mailing ballots to registered voters on October 14. Ballots are mailed to in-state voters during this period, with delivery dates varying by county.
November 3, 2026 — Election Day
This is the final day to return your ballot. Official ballot drop boxes close at 8:00 p.m. County election offices are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Register or Check Your Voter Registration
Oregon voters can register online and check or update their voter registration through the Oregon Secretary of State.
Use My Vote to check whether you are registered, review or update your registration information, locate your county elections office, find an official ballot drop site, and check the status of your ballot.
Returning Your Ballot
You can return your Oregon ballot by mail, at an official ballot drop box, or directly to your county elections office.
By mail: No postage is required. Oregon recommends mailing your ballot at least one week before Election Day. If mailing close to Election Day, the Secretary of State advises obtaining a manual postmark at a USPS location.
Official drop box: Ballots placed in an official drop box must be received by 8:00 p.m. on November 3, 2026.
Find Your Ballot Drop Site and Election Information
Track Your Ballot
Want to make sure your ballot was received?
Oregon’s My Vote system allows you to check the status of your ballot using your name and date of birth. Some Oregon counties also provide ballot notifications by text, phone, or email.
Track Your Oregon Ballot — My Vote
Read the 2026 Voters’ Pamphlet
The Oregon Secretary of State publishes an official Voters’ Pamphlet containing information about candidates and ballot measures. The 2026 General Election State Voters’ Pamphlet is scheduled to be available online beginning September 29, 2026, with printed pamphlets delivered to Oregon residences