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03/03/2026 Early Voting Turnout: NCSBE-List by County
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In 2026, North Carolina will hold its Primary on March 3, 2026. In-Person Early Voting will begin on February 12 and end on February 28. Each candidate that wins in each contest on their Party’s ballot will become the nominee who will appear on the ballot in the November General Election to be held on Nov. 3, 2026.
North Carolina state law provides for semi-closed primaries, meaning…
To check your voter registration or view your sample ballot, click here. Anyone who wishes to change their party, update their address, or register for the first time, see the tab below titled Register or Update Existing Registration. The deadline to register or update your registration is Friday, February 6.
SOME UPCOMING, IMPORTANT DATES
ABSENTEE BY MAIL BALLOTS BEGIN TO BE MAILED
MONDAY, JANUARY 12
You must submit an Absentee request form to receive an Absentee by Mail Ballot
Download the form here NC Absentee Request Form (PDF)
VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6
Be sure to register or update your existing registration by 5:00 PM, Friday, February 6. See the tab below to register or update your registration. To find out if and where you are registered, use this VOTER LOOKUP TOOL
IN-PERSON EARLY VOTING BEGINS – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
IN-PERSON EARLY VOTING ENDS – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28
LAST DAY TO REQUEST A CIVILIAN ABSENTEE BY MAIL BALLOT
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 5:00 PM
PRIMARY DAY – TUESDAY, MARCH 3
POLLS OPEN FROM 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM
CANDIDATE FILING FOR SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
BEGINS AT 12:00 PM, MONDAY, JUNE 8
ENDS AT 5:00 PM, MONDAY, JULY 6
CANDIDATE FILING FOR JUNALUSKA & MAGGIE VALLEY SANITARY DISTRICT
BEGINS AT 8:30 AM, MONDAY, JULY 6
ENDS AT 12:00 PM, FRIDAY, JULY 17
CANDIDATE FILING FOR THE FOLLOWING BOARD OF EDUCATION DISTRICTS…
BETHEL, CLYDE, CRABTREE-IRON DUFF, & FINES CREEK
BEGINS AT 8:30 AM ON MONDAY, JULY 6
ENDS AT 12:00 PM ON FRIDAY, JULY 17
| Voters will be asked to show photo ID when voting in North Carolina. For most voters, they will simply show their driver license or state identification card. But there are many other acceptable photo IDs listed at Voter ID | NCSBE. If a voter does not have an acceptable photo ID, they may obtain a No-Fee ID at NCDMV |
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Download Voter Registration Form to register for the first time or update your existing registration.
You can also register or update your existing registration online through the NCDMV at myNCDMV. There is no fee for this service. You must have an NC Driver License or a NC ID card to use this method.
For more information about Registering to Vote in North Carolina, visit the NC State Board of Elections Website.
Haywood County Voters must submit Absentee Request form to:
Haywood County Board of Elections
63 Elmwood Way, Suite A
Waynesville, NC 28786
(forms may not be submitted by FAX or E-mail)
Download the Absentee Request Form here: 2026 N.C. Absentee Ballot Request Form
If you no longer live in Haywood County you can find your local county Elections office here County BOE Info
Military & Overseas Voters, please refer to the Federal Voter Assistance Program
More information about voting by mail can be found at the NC State Board of Elections website.
Early Voting Schedule - March 3, 2026, Primary
For more information about Early Voting in North Carolina, visit the NC State Board of Elections Website.
CLICK HERE FOR ELECTION RESULTS
Contact your local County Board of Elections Office for more information. You can also visit the State Board of Elections website for more information about Filing for Candidacy and Campaign Finance Requirements.
You can do more than just vote! Complete the online application and receive information about becoming a paid Precinct Official today.
It takes more than 150 paid, dedicated volunteers to operate Haywood County polling places each election.
These people are your friends, co-workers, and neighbors who volunteer days of paid service to ensure you can cast your ballot on Election Day.
We need your help, too! More Precinct Officials are needed in your neighborhood. Do your part to provide voting opportunities in your community.
About the Board of Elections
Each county in North Carolina has a Board of Elections. It is a five-person bipartisan board appointed every two years by the State Board of Elections. County Board members take an oath and begin their two-year terms on the Tuesday following the third Monday in July in odd-numbered years.
Responsibilities of the Haywood County Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is responsible for conducting all elections held in Haywood County. The Board administers, locally, State election laws. Principal functions include establishing Election precincts and voting sites; appointing and training precinct officials; preparing and distributing ballots and voting equipment; canvassing and certifying the ballots cast in Elections; and investigating any voting irregularities. It maintains voter registration, voting records, and provides public data on voters and Elections.