Fort Bend County · Texas 2026

Your Voter
Resources Hub

Deadlines, official links, FAQ, and everything else you need to vote in Fort Bend County — all in one place, always up to date.

Nov 3
2026 General Election Day
2026 General Election

Mark These Dates

All dates are for the November 3, 2026 Fort Bend County General Election.

Voter Registration
October 5, 2026
Last day to register to vote (or update your registration) to be eligible for the November election. Must be received by the county by this date.
30 days before election
Mail Ballot Application
October 23, 2026
Last day the Fort Bend Elections Office must receive your application to vote by mail (not postmark — received). Apply early — processing takes time.
11 days before election
Early Voting Begins
October 19, 2026
Fort Bend County early voting locations open. Typically runs Mon–Sat with extended hours near the close. Check fortbendcountytx.gov for exact locations and hours.
15 days early window
Early Voting Ends
October 30, 2026
Last day of early voting. After this, you must vote on Election Day at your designated precinct polling place.
Fri before election week
Mail Ballot Return
November 3, 2026
Mail ballots must be received by the Elections Office by 7:00 PM on Election Day, or postmarked by November 3 and received by November 9.
Election Day deadline
Election Day
November 3, 2026
Polls open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Bring a valid photo ID. If you're in line before 7:00 PM you have the right to vote regardless of wait time.
Tuesday · 7 AM – 7 PM
days until the November 3, 2026 General Election.
Registration deadline: October 5, 2026. Early voting: October 19–30.
Get It Done Now

Quick Actions

The most common things voters need — one click away.

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Check Your Registration

Verify your name, address, and precinct are correct at the Texas Secretary of State's official voter lookup.

Texas Voter Lookup →
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Find Your Polling Place

During early voting any Fort Bend location works. On Election Day you must vote at your assigned precinct site.

Fort Bend Elections →
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View Your Sample Ballot

Sample ballots are customized to your address and precinct. Available on the Fort Bend Elections site once finalized.

Get Sample Ballot →
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Apply to Vote by Mail

Eligible if 65+, away from county, or have a qualifying disability. Applications due October 23, 2026.

VoteTexas.gov →
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Accepted Photo IDs

Texas requires a qualifying photo ID to vote. If you don't have one, you may qualify for a Reasonable Impediment Declaration.

ID Requirements →
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Register to Vote

Not registered? Applications must reach Fort Bend County by October 5, 2026 for the November election.

Register Now →
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Research the Candidates

See every candidate on the Fort Bend ballot — bios, party, social links, and where they stand on key issues.

Ballot Guide →
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Military & Overseas Voters

UOCAVA voters use the Federal Post Card Application. Extended deadlines apply. Visit fvap.gov for details.

FVAP Portal →
Fort Bend County · 2026 General

What's on Your Ballot

A quick overview of the types of offices Fort Bend County voters will decide in November 2026. Your specific ballot depends on your precinct and address.

U.S. Senate — Texas

Texas voters will choose their U.S. Senator for the full 6-year term. One of the highest-profile races on the statewide ballot.

6-year term · Statewide

U.S. House of Representatives

Congressional district races covering portions of Fort Bend County, including TX-22 (Sugar Land/Pearland area) and TX-7.

2-year term · District

Texas Governor & Statewide Officers

Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and other constitutional officers are all on the 2026 ballot.

4-year term · Statewide

Texas State Legislature

State Senate and House seats covering Fort Bend County districts — direct representation in Austin.

4 or 2-year term · District

Fort Bend County Judge

The county's chief elected official and presiding judge of the Commissioners Court. Oversees county government and budget.

4-year term · Countywide

District Courts & County Courts at Law

Multiple judicial seats covering civil, criminal, and family law. Judges handle cases that directly affect residents' lives.

4-year term · Countywide

District Attorney

The chief prosecutor for Fort Bend County. Responsible for criminal prosecutions and public safety policy.

4-year term · Countywide

School Board & Special Districts

Depending on your address, you may vote on FBISD, LCISD, or other school board trustees, plus MUD and utility district races.

Varies · Local district
Common Questions

Voter FAQ

Answers to the questions Fort Bend County voters ask most.

Official Contacts

Reach the Experts

For anything Votcen can't answer, go straight to the source. Fort Bend County and Texas state offices are your authoritative resource.


View the Ballot Guide →
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Fort Bend County Elections Office

301 Jackson Street, Suite 101
Richmond, TX 77469

281-341-8670  ·  fortbendcountytx.gov
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Fort Bend County — Rosenberg Office

4520 Reading Road, Suite A-400
Rosenberg, TX 77471

281-341-8670
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Texas Secretary of State

Statewide voter registration, ID requirements, and official election guidance.

votetexas.gov  ·  sos.texas.gov
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