Information for Voters
Frequently Asked Questions
What is my Council district?
View Larger Map of All Districts | View District 1 Map PDF | View District 3 Map PDF | View District 5 Map PDF | View District 7 Map PDF | View District 9 Map PDF
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What is Public Financing? You can learn more about public financing on the City Clerk's website.
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When is the next election? The Regular Local Election will elect the Mayor and Council Districts 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9. This election will be held on November 4, 2025.
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Will early voting be available? Yes. Early voting will be available. For all early voting days and locations, please visit the Bernalillo County website here: www.berncovotes.org.
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Do I need to be registered before I go to vote? No. Though you can get registered or check your registration prior to voting by visiting www.nmvote.org, you can also go into any voting location and register and vote on the same day.
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Do I need to show identification to be able to vote? No. New Mexico state statute allows an individual to verbally identify themselves at the polling location. When registering for the first time in New Mexico, you must submit a copy of (1) a current and valid photo identification; or (2) a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, student identification card or other government document, including identification issued by an Indian nation, tribe or pueblo that shows your name and current address. If you do not submit the required identification with your mailed-in, first time registration, then you will be required to present one of the forms of identification when voting in person or absentee.
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Why don’t I need to show Voter ID when I vote anymore? In 2018 the Albuquerque City Council approved and Mayor Keller signed the ordinance that opted the City of Albuquerque into the Local Election Act. This measure shifted the management of local elections to the Bernalillo County Clerk and the local elections are now governed by state statute.
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How do I request an absentee ballot? You can request an absentee ballot by visiting www.nmvote.org or reaching out to the Bernalillo County Clerk’s office at www.berncovotes.org
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Do I need an excuse to request an absentee ballot? No. New Mexico does not require an excuse to request an absentee ballot.
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How can I sign up for the permanent absentee ballot list? Eligible voters in New Mexico can choose to be on the permanent absentee ballot list, which means they will automatically receive a mail-in ballot for every election. Learn more by visiting www.sos.nm.gov
Guides and Helpful Information
- Voter Information on Petitions and Qualifying Contributions Pamphlet - English
- Folleto de información para votantes sobre peticiones y contribuciones elegibles - Español
Important Election Dates
| Date | Event |
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| Sat. Sept. 20 | The County Clerk transmits ballots to all federally qualified electors whose applications have been accepted up to and on this day. |
| Tues. Oct.7 | The first day that absentee ballots are mailed and in-person absentee voting begins at the County Clerk's Annex. 8am-5pm, M-F, 1500 Lomas Blvd NW Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87104 |
| Sat. Oct. 18 | First Day Early Voting at the County Clerk's Annex and other voting sites. |
| Tues. Oct. 21 | Last day to request an absentee ballot. |
| Sat. Nov. 1 | Last day for early voting at the County Clerk's Annex and other voting sites. |
| Tues. Nov. 4 | ELECTION DAY Polls open t 7:00am and close at 7:00pm. |
How to Vote in the Regular Local Election
2025 Candidates
Voter Registration
Voter Registration is conducted and maintained by the Bernalillo County Clerk 505-243-VOTE (8683).
Request an Absentee Ballot
Request an Absentee Voting Application
Bernalillo County Clerk Contact Information
Remember: If you have moved, completed a legal name change, or changed your party affiliation, you need to update your voter registration with the Bernalillo County Clerk.
Web: berncoclerk.gov
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 505-243-8683
Physical Address: 415 Silver SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102