Maryland’s primary election gives you a say in what happens next across our state. Whether you’re registering to vote or making a plan for Election Day, the State Board of Elections has the resources you need. Use this page to get informed and vote with confidence.
Voter Checklist
Maryland's State Board of Elections is your one-stop resource for all things voting. We were established in 1969 to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal election laws. From registration to the ballot box, we're here to help you prepare for every upcoming election.
The Democratic and Republican Parties use primary elections to choose their candidates for the general election. Generally, only registered voters affiliated with the Democratic or Republican Parties may vote in that party's primary election.
Registering to vote and selecting your party affiliation only takes a minute. You can do it online, by mail, or in person at select locations. All you need is a driver’s license or ID card, or the last four digits of your social security number.
Use our online tool to check your mail-in or provisional ballot status, view your sample ballot, review your voter registration record, or request a duplicate voter registration card. You can also find your polling place, voting district, and local board of elections.
If you want to help empower your community, consider becoming an election judge. You'll help set up your polling place, check in voters, and make sure voting runs smoothly. It's a paid position, and students can earn service hours. No experience is necessary—we'll provide all the training you need.
Voting comes with a lot of questions, so it’s good to have a plan. Use our checklist to make sure you're ready for the primary election, or download our new app to get voting information right in your pocket.
This is the last day you can register to vote online or by mail. Mail-in registrations must be postmarked on or before June 2, 2026.
The week ahead of Election Day, you can vote at an early voting center. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm. As long as you're in line by 8 pm, you’ll be able to vote.
If you want to receive your mail-in ballot via mail or fax, your request must be received (not just mailed) or submitted online by June 16, 2026.
If you want to receive your mail-in ballot via email, submit your request online by Friday, June 19, 2026.
This is the final day you can vote. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm, and in-person registration is available.
You have two ways to return your mail-in ballot:
By mail: Make sure your mail-in ballot is postmarked by or before June 23, 2026. We recommend you return it as soon as you've filled it out.
By hand: You can also hand-deliver your ballot to an approved dropbox or local board of elections by 8pm on Election Day.
Skip the crowds and vote early at select locations in your county from June 11–18, 2026. You don’t need an appointment—just show up when it works for you.
Find an early voting location
Any registered voter can vote by mail. It’s easy and secure. Request your mail-in ballot online, by mail or fax, or in person at an election office.
Once you’ve completed your ballot, take it to an official dropbox by Election Day or mail it back. It must be postmarked on or before June 23, 2026, to count.
In Maryland, "absentee voting" is called "mail-in voting," so follow these guidelines if you've voted "absentee" in the past.
Vote in person on June 23, 2026, until 8pm. Polls will be open across the state, and we have the resources you need to vote with confidence—including same-day registration.
Find your polling place
