Voting & Elections
Information on Voting and Elections in the State of New Mexico.
Candidates & Campaigns
Information on how to become a candidate and about complying with campaign finance disclosure and reporting requirements.
Legislation, Lobbying & Legal Resources
Learn about Lobbying in our state. Find Legislative information to include Signed & Chaptered Bills and Legal Resources.
Business Services
Start a business, maintain a business or get general information on registered businesses in New Mexico.
Notary & Apostille
Become a notary, renew your notary commission, or obtain information about apostilles or certification of official documents.
Commercial Services
File UCC's, AG Liens, register a trademark or other commercial filings.
Safe at Home
New Mexico’s statewide address confidentiality program administered by the Secretary of State to assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or similar types of crimes to receive mail using the Secretary of State’s address as a substitute for their own.
Cybersecurity
Learn about how we protect your voter and business information. You might also find a tip or two that will help you secure your information as well.
About New Mexico
Learn about New Mexico Government, History, State Symbols, State Songs and other important information about our state.
Unofficial Election Results
Results will become available after 7 PM on Election Day, November 2, 2021 and will be posted as they are received from the county offices.
Election Results Homepage
Election Day Voter Hotline
Toll Free: 1-800-477-3632
Santa Fe: 505-827-3600 Option 2
The Election Day Voter Hotline is available on Election Day, November 2, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM to assist voters with questions or concerns.
Voter Resources
Online voter resources include:
Candidates & Campaigns
2026 Elections Candidate Information
2026 Elections Overview
The 2026 Primary Election will be held Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
The 2026 General Election will be held Tuesday, November 3, 2026
2026 Elections Proclamation
Coming in 2026.
2026 Elections Candidate Guidance
Where and When to File – Proper Filing Officer
Declarations of candidacy and candidate qualification documents will be filed with:
· New Mexico Secretary of State office for Statewide and Congressional Offices. The filing day is Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· The County Clerk office of the county in which the candidate resides. The filing day is Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
§NMSA 1978, 1-8-26
What to File – Forms
| 2026 Primary Election Forms | Document |
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| 2026 Primary Election — Nominating Petition Form (English) |
OPEN |
| Elección Primaria 2026 – Petición de Nominación para la Elección Primaria 2026 |
OPEN |
| 2026 Primary Election — Declaration of Candidacy |
OPEN |
| Elección Primaria 2026 – Declaración de Candidatura para la Elección Primaria 2026 |
OPEN |
| 2026 Primary Election — Declaration of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate |
OPEN |
| Elección Primaria 2026 Declaración de Intención de ser Candidato por Escrito |
OPEN |
| 2026 Primary Election — Affidavit of Withdrawal of Candidacy |
OPEN |
| Elección Primaria 2026 – Declaración de Retirada de Candidatura |
OPEN |
| 2026 Primary Election — Affidavit of Designation |
OPEN |
| Elección Primaria 2026 – Autorización Escrita para la Designación |
OPEN |
| 2026 Primary Election — Request for Address Confidentiality |
OPEN |
Nominating Petitions
Here are the Nominating Petition Requirements
Campaign Finance Reporting
Certain offices are covered within the Campaign Finance Reporting Act (CRA) and are required to create an online campaign reporting login at https://login.cfis.sos.state.nm.us/.
In accordance with, §NMSA 1978, 1-19-1 to 1-19-37 For more information, please visit: Campaign Finance Reporting Information
2026 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines
PRIMARY ELECTION REPORTING DEADLINES |
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First Primary Report: Due April 13, 2026 Report campaign activity from October 7, 2025, through April 6, 2026 |
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Second Primary Report: Due May 11, 2026 Report campaign activity from April 7, 2026, through May 4, 2026 |
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Third Primary Report: Due May 28, 2026 Report campaign activity from May 5, 2026, through May 26, 2026 |
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Fourth Primary Report: Due July 2, 2026 Report campaign activity from May 27, 2026, through June 27, 2026 |
GENERAL ELECTION REPORTING DEADLINES |
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First General Report: Due September 14, 2026 Report campaign activity from June 28, 2026, through September 7, 2026 |
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Second General Report: Due October 13, 2026 Report campaign activity from September 8, 2026, through October 5, 2026 |
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Third General Report: Due October 29, 2026 Report campaign activity from October 6, 2026, through October 27, 2026 |
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Fourth General Report: Due January 7, 2026 Report campaign activity from October 28, 2026, through December 31, 2026 |
Upcoming Statewide Elections
2025 Regular Local Election: Tuesday November 4, 2025
PRIMARY ELECTION REPORTING DEADLINES |
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First Primary Report: Due April 13, 2026 Report campaign activity from October 7, 2025, through April 6, 2026 |
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Second Primary Report: Due May 11, 2026 Report campaign activity from April 7, 2026, through May 4, 2026 |
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Third Primary Report: Due May 28, 2026 Report campaign activity from May 5, 2026, through May 26, 2026 |
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Fourth Primary Report: Due July 2, 2026 Report campaign activity from May 27, 2026, through June 27, 2026 |
GENERAL ELECTION REPORTING DEADLINES |
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First General Report: Due September 14, 2026 Report campaign activity from June 28, 2026, through September 7, 2026 |
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Second General Report: Due October 13, 2026 Report campaign activity from September 8, 2026, through October 5, 2026 |
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Third General Report: Due October 29, 2026 Report campaign activity from October 6, 2026, through October 27, 2026 |
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Fourth General Report: Due January 7, 2026 Report campaign activity from October 28, 2026, through December 31, 2026 |
Quick Contact Information
Mailing & Physical Address
New Mexico Capitol Annex North
325 Don Gaspar, Suite 300
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Hours of Operation
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday
Toll Free : 1-800-477-3632
Business Services Division
Phone 505-827-3600 (Option 1)
Fax 505-827-4387
Email Business.Services@sos.nm.gov
Bureau of Elections
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 2)
Email: Elections@sos.nm.gov
Ethics Division
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 2)
Email: Sos.ethics@sos.nm.gov
Receptionist
Phone 505-827-3600 (Option 3)
