Virginia
Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in Virginia. Learn more and plan your vote.
In an average year, 1,226 people die by guns in Virginia. More at EveryStat.
in the country for Gun Law Strength (Same as last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.
Virginia Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide Primary and General Elections
As always, it’s best to double-check your state’s election website to verify the information outlined below and to see any recent changes to election rules: Virginia Election Website
Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in Virginia
Primary: August 4, 2026
General: November 3, 2026
In-Person Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, is the last day for Virginia residents to register in person to vote in the primary election.
General Election: October 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, is the last day for Virginia residents to register in person to vote in the general election.
Learn more about in-person voter registration.
Mail Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 24, 2026, is the last day for Virginia resident voter registration applications to be postmarked to be able to vote in the primary election.
General Election: October 23, 2026, is the last day for Virginia resident voter registration applications to be postmarked to be able to vote in the general election.
Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access Virginia’s voter registration form. You will have the option to download Virginia’s voter registration form, or to continue with the voter registration process online.
Online Voter Registration Deadline
Primary Election: July 24, 2026, is the last day for Virginia residents to register online to vote in the primary election.
General Election: October 23, 2026, is the last day for Virginia residents to register online to vote in the general election.
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