Voting Resources

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2026 GENERAL ELECTIOn

Election Information

Find important dates and deadlines, voting locations, ID requirements, sample ballot information, and more from the Dallas County Elections Department.

Everything You Need to Vote

MAKE YOUR PLAN TO VOTE

Whether you’re registering for the first time or getting ready to cast your ballot, use these official election resources to make your plan.

Check Your Voter Registration

Make sure your registration is active and your voter information is up to date.

Register To Vote

Register or update your voter information by October 5 for the General Election.

What ID Do I Need?

Find out which forms of identification are accepted when you vote.

Find A Vote Center

Find a convenient Dallas County Vote Center for Early Voting or Election Day.

View Sample Ballot

Preview your ballot and see the candidates and races you'll vote on.

Vote By Mail

Check your eligibility, application deadlines, and requirements for voting by mail.

Mark Your Calendars

Important Election Dates

October 5

Voter Registration Deadline. Last day to register to vote or change your address.

October 19

Early Voting Begins. Polls are open every day 7 AM–7 PM, except Sunday, October 25, from 12 PM–6 PM.

October 23

Mail Ballot Application Deadline. Last day to apply for a ballot by mail.

October 30

Early Voting Ends. Last day to vote early.

November 3

ELECTION DAY. Polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Become a Poll Worker

Work the Election

Serve your community, help Dallas County voters cast their ballots, and get paid for your time.

Download the Salary Rates Here

VOTER PROTECTION

Need Help Voting?

Our Voter Assistance Line can help!

Nonpartisan organizations also provide assistance in other languages:

ATTORNEYS & LEGAL PROFESSIONALS ESPECIALLY NEEDED

Help Us Protect The Vote

Join the DCDP Voter Protection Team and help ensure every eligible Dallas County voter can cast their ballot and have their vote counted.

We’re looking for attorneys, legal professionals, and community volunteers to help answer voter questions, identify and respond to issues at the polls, and protect access to the ballot.