The NYC June 23, 2026 Primary Election is 45 days away, and the New York City Board of Elections has published the full schedule of early voting dates, poll site hours, and mail ballot deadlines. Whether you plan to vote in person on Election Day, visit an early voting location, or cast your ballot by mail, this guide covers every option — verified directly from the NYC Board of Elections at vote.nyc.
When Is the NYC June 2026 Primary Election?
Election Day for the June 2026 Primary is Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. across all five boroughs. This primary election covers citywide offices including Mayor, Comptroller, and Public Advocate, as well as City Council seats and other local races across New York City.
New York City uses ranked-choice voting in primary elections for most citywide and local offices. If you have not voted in an RCV election before, it is worth reviewing how ranking your choices works before you arrive at the polls.
How to Find Your NYC Poll Site
Your assigned poll site is based on your registered home address and may differ from past elections due to redistricting or site changes. The NYC Board of Elections maintains an official lookup tool at findmypollsite.vote.nyc. Enter your address to see your specific poll site for both early voting and Election Day.
Do not rely on the location you used in a previous election. Poll sites are subject to change. The Board of Elections also mails a voter notification card to registered voters before each election — check that card for your assigned site and district information.
Early Voting: June 13–21, 2026
Early voting for the June 23, 2026 Primary runs from Saturday, June 13 through Sunday, June 21, 2026. There are nine days of early voting. Hours vary by day, so check before you go. The following schedule is published by the NYC Board of Elections:
- Saturday, June 13: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, June 14: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Monday, June 15: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 16: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 17: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Thursday, June 18: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
June 19 is Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday. Early voting sites are still scheduled to be open that day per the NYC Board of Elections. Confirm your specific early voting location using the poll site finder before you go.
Early voting poll sites are often different from your Election Day poll site. They are typically consolidated countywide sites, meaning you can go to any early voting location in your borough — not just the one nearest your home. The poll site finder tool will show you all available early voting locations in your county.
For a full breakdown of what to expect when you arrive — accessibility accommodations, what ID is and is not required, and how ranked-choice ballots work at the scanner — see our NYC polling site and early voting guide.
Mail Ballot (Absentee Ballot): How to Request One for the June Primary
Any registered voter in New York City may request a mail ballot for the June 23, 2026 Primary. You do not need to provide a reason. The NYC Board of Elections accepts requests online, by mail, and in person.
Mail Ballot Deadlines for the June 23, 2026 Primary
- Last day to apply online or by mail: June 13, 2026
- Last day to apply in person at your county Board of Elections: June 22, 2026
- Mailing your completed ballot: Must be postmarked by June 23, 2026
- Dropping off your completed ballot at your county BOE office: By 9 p.m. on June 23, 2026
- Dropping off your completed ballot at an early voting site: Any day between June 13 and June 21, 2026
- Dropping off your completed ballot at your Election Day poll site: By 9 p.m. on June 23, 2026
To request your mail ballot, go to vote.nyc/RequestBallot. If you already have a mail ballot application on file as a permanent mail ballot voter, you should receive your ballot automatically — but verify your enrollment status at vote.nyc/page/am-i-registered.
If you requested a mail ballot but decide to vote in person on Election Day instead, bring your un-voted mail ballot (and the return envelope) to your poll site. You can surrender the mail ballot and vote on an in-person machine. If you do not bring the mail ballot with you, you can still vote on an affidavit ballot at the poll site.
Voter Registration Deadline: June 13, 2026
To vote in the June 23, 2026 Primary, you must be registered by June 13, 2026. Both in-person registration at your county Board of Elections and mail applications must be received by that date.
For primary elections in New York State, you must also be enrolled in the party whose primary you wish to vote in. Party enrollment changes follow a separate deadline that has already passed for the June 2026 primary — if you are not enrolled in a party, you may only vote in non-partisan primary races on the ballot.
To check your registration status and party enrollment, use the official lookup at vote.nyc/page/am-i-registered. To register or update your address, visit vote.nyc/page/register-vote.
Looking Ahead: General Election, November 3, 2026
After the June primary, the next major election date is the General Election on November 3, 2026. Early voting for the General Election runs from October 24 through November 1, 2026. The voter registration deadline for the General Election is October 24, 2026.
If you are not yet registered to vote and miss the June primary deadline, you still have time to register for November. Mark October 24 in your calendar now.
NYC Board of Elections Contact Information
The NYC Board of Elections can be reached at 1-866-Vote-NYC (1-866-868-3692), or TDD/TTY users can call the NYS Relay at 711. Borough office locations:
- Bronx: 1780 Grand Concourse, 5th Floor — (718) 299-9017
- Brooklyn: 345 Adams Street, 4th Floor — (718) 797-8800
- Manhattan: 200 Varick Street, 10th Floor — (212) 886-2100
- Queens: 118-35 Queens Boulevard, 11th Floor, Forest Hills — (718) 730-6730
- Staten Island: 1 Edgewater Plaza, 4th Floor — (718) 876-0079
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is my polling site for the NYC June 2026 primary?
Use the NYC Board of Elections poll site finder at findmypollsite.vote.nyc. Enter your registered address to find your assigned Election Day and early voting locations.
What are early voting hours for the June 2026 NYC primary?
Early voting runs June 13-21, 2026. Weekend hours are generally 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday is 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. See the full day-by-day schedule above.
Can I vote early at any location in NYC?
During early voting, you can vote at any early voting site in your borough (county), not just the one nearest your home. Your Election Day poll site assignment is specific to your registered address.
How do I request an absentee ballot for the June 2026 NYC primary?
Apply online at vote.nyc/RequestBallot. The deadline to apply online or by mail is June 13, 2026. You can apply in person at your county Board of Elections through June 22, 2026.
What is the voter registration deadline for the June 2026 NYC primary?
You must be registered by June 13, 2026. Applications submitted online or by mail must be received by that date. Same-day registration is not available for primary elections in New York State.
What happens if I requested a mail ballot but want to vote in person?
You can surrender your un-voted mail ballot at your poll site and vote on an in-person ballot. If you do not have your mail ballot with you, you may vote using an affidavit ballot at the poll site.
Does NYC use ranked-choice voting in the June 2026 primary?
Yes. New York City uses ranked-choice voting for most primary elections for citywide and local offices. Voters may rank up to five candidates in order of preference. See our full explainer: Ranked-Choice Voting in NYC: How It Works.
