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 Municipal Officer Election Candidate Information
2026 Municipal Officer Election Overview
The Municipal Officer Election (MOE) will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
2026 Municipal Officer Election Proclamation
The 2026 Municipal Officer Election (RLE) will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
2026 Municipal Officer Election Proclamation – English
2026 Municipal Officer Election Proclamation – Spanish
When to File – Date and Time
Candidate filing day for all local offices for the 2026 Municipal Officer Election is TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2026 – between 9:00am and 5:00pm – in the offices of the Municipal Clerks.
Candidate filing day for write-in candidates of all local offices for the 2026 Municipal Officer Election is TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026 – between 9:00am and 5:00pm – in the offices of the Municipal Clerks.
Where to File – Proper Filing Officer
Declarations of candidacy and candidate qualification documents will be filed with the municipal clerk in which the candidate resides.
Nominating Petitions
We encourage candidates or their representatives to contact the local jurisdiction in which they are running for office, to determine if nominating petitions will be needed for candidacy. Gathering nominating petitions is not required pursuant to state law, but local ordinances may require it.
What to File – Forms
Each candidate must submit a Declaration of Candidacy Form (and any other required forms) to their proper filing officer, during the designated hours for filing (see section above “Where to File – Proper Filing Officer.”
Upcoming Statewide Elections
2026 Municipal Officer Election: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
2026 Primary Election: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
2026 General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 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)
