Voting in Virginia Nov 2026

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This year in Virginia, the US Senate, US House of Representatives, House of Delegates District 20 Special Election, Local Offices (General and Special Elections), Proposed Constitutional Amendment #1, Constitutional Amendment #2, Constitutional Amendment #3 are up for election. The people we elect shape the policies that affect our daily lives, including how resources are invested in our healthcare, how our schools support and reflect our communities, how immigrants are treated in policy and practice, and what it costs to live with dignity and security. When so many in our communities are still shut out of the democratic process, our participation becomes even more critical. 

Asian Americans are one of the fastest-growing groups of voters in Virginia, and our turnout has skyrocketed in recent elections. This momentum is no accident; it’s the culmination of generations of organizing and advocacy in our communities to secure the right to vote for women and people of color. Voter suppression continues to this day, but we fight back by showing up at the polls because we know the power of our vote. 

Voting isn’t just a right; it’s a privilege to vote for those who can’t, and it’s our responsibility to elect people who will enact policies that uplift all communities. Let’s keep up this momentum and flex our Asian American community power at the polls!

Checklist: Are you ready to vote?

Register to vote or check your current registration status

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Learn who’s on your ballot

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Plan how and when you will vote

03

Tell your friends and family to vote!

04

9/18

First day to vote early in-person

10/23

Last day to register to vote and to update voter information

If you miss this deadline, you can still vote thanks to same-day voter registration!

10/23

Last day to request absentee ballot

10/31

Last day to vote early in-person

11/3

Election Day

Register to vote or update your voter registration!

Click here
If you have moved or changed your name, update your voter registration.
If you don’t have a Virginia driver’s license or state-issued ID, you can still register to vote.

Deadline: October 23
After submitting, you will receive confirmation of your registration in the mail. If you do not receive any confirmation, check your voter record online or contact your local registrar office to make sure that your application has been processed.
If you miss the deadline, you can still vote! Same-day voter registration allows you to cast a provisional ballot at any early voting location in your county/city, or at your polling place on Election Day.

  • Provisional ballots will not be counted immediately, as they are first subject to verification of identity or qualification.
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US Senate

Only one of the two seats is up for election this year. The 100-member US Senate gives each state two representatives (seats).

Responsibilities:

  • Writes and votes on new laws
  • Approves government choices made by the President
  • Checks work of executive branch through hearings
  • Helps Virginians solve issues with federal agencies

US House of Representatives

Of the 435 congressional seats representing all 50 states, 11 are up for election in Virginia this year.

Responsibilities:

  • Makes federal laws
  • Represents their local district
  • Helps constituents with federal agency issues
  • Serves on congressional committees to oversee government and propose bills

Proposed State Constitutional Amendments

Three Proposed State Constitutional Amendments

What they are:

  • #1. Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment
  • #2. Remove Constitutional Same-Sex Marriage Ban Amendment
  • #3. Voting Rights Restoration for Felons Upon Release Amendment

State House of Delegates

The Virginia House of Delegates consists of 100 members. Each Delegate is elected from a separate and distinct district for a term of 2 years. The House of Delegates is the lower chamber of the Virginia General Assembly that works alongside the Senate and Governor to create state laws and establish a state budget. (Only District 20 Special Election)

Responsibilities:

  • Meet with constituents, listen to their concerns, and advocate for their best interests
  • Pass bills on matters including education, healthcare, social services, and public safety
  • Review and revise the state budget
  • Vote to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes

Local Elections

Certain districts in Virginia will have an election for City Council Members, Board of Supervisors, and Sheriff. They are in charge of making everyday decisions that impact our community, such as transportation, zoning, events, safety, local taxes, and more.

Find your district and its upcoming elections 

Learn who’s on your ballot 

Voters are encouraged to vote by mail for convenience, or vote early in-person to avoid long lines on Election Day. Learn about the different voting options, decide which is best for you, and make sure you are prepared to make your voice heard!

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Voting By Mail

(Absentee Ballot)

Apply for your absentee ballot by 5pm on October 23.

Follow all instructions to fill out your ballot accurately.

  • Make sure you have all the signatures required on the outside of the envelope, as well as the last 4 digits of your SSN (social security number).
Return your ballot.

  • By mail – post office must receive it by November 3
  • Secure drop-boxes – find locations on the instruction sheet included with your ballot in the envelope
  • In-person – at your local registrar office before 7pm on November 3
You can vote absentee for any reason.
Track the status of your ballot at hamkaecenter.org/vote.
Request and return your ballot as soon as possible to avoid mail delays!

Voting Early In-Person

September 18 – October 31
Vote at your local registrar office or an early voting location in your county/city.
Bring an acceptable form of identification.

  • It does not need to be a photo ID. Acceptable IDs include any government document that shows your name and address, or a bank statement, utility bill, or paycheck.
  • If you don’t have an acceptable ID, you will be allowed to vote if you sign a statement affirming your identity.

*Note: this is subject to change depending on the enforcement of the SAVE Act in Virginia 

You do not need to fill out an application or provide a reason to vote early in-person.
If you need language assistance, it is your right to bring someone (e.g. family, friend, neighbor) into the voting booth with you, as long as they are not your employer or your union representative.

Voting on Election Day

Tuesday, November 3; 6am – 7pm. Anyone in line by 7pm will be allowed to vote.
Vote at your polling place.
Bring an acceptable form of identification.

  • It does not need to be a photo ID. Acceptable IDs include any government document that shows your name and address, or a bank statement, utility bill, or paycheck.
  • If you don’t have an acceptable ID, you will be allowed to vote if you sign a statement affirming your identity.
If you need language assistance, it is your right to bring someone (e.g. family, friend, neighbor) into the voting booth with you, as long as they are not your employer or your union representative.
I vote because my voice mattersPlay Video

I Vote Because… 1:41

Hamkae Center staff and community members share why we vote! Why do you vote?

because I could finally have a say in what the government could look like and what I want my future to bePlay Video

WE ARE VOTERS 2:39

We asked new, young voters across Virginia why people like them should vote.

Have Questions?
Need Help Voting?

Call the following hotlines:

Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Urdu, Hindi, & Bengali: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)

English: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)

Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)

Arabic: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287)

Get Involved

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Voting every year is just one of many ways we can move the needle- we have to continue building power in our communities to make more transformative change.

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