Are You Registered to Vote?
Are You Registered
to Vote?
Every vote counts in Alton and Barnstead. Make sure you're ready for the 2026 election — check your registration, find your polling place, and learn how to make your voice heard.
Check Your Registration
Not sure if you're registered? You can check your voter registration status online through the New Hampshire Secretary of State's office.
Check My Registration →Register to Vote
New Hampshire residents can register to vote in person at your Town Clerk's office or at a scheduled meeting of the Supervisor of the Checklist.
Before Election Day
Register up to 13 days before the election at the Town Clerk's office or at a scheduled meeting of the Supervisor of the Checklist.
On Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Bring proof of age, primary residence, or U.S. Citizenship to your polling place to register and vote same day.
2026 Primary Election
September 8, 2026. Make sure you're registered by the deadline.
2026 General Election
November 3, 2026. Every vote in Alton and Barnstead counts.
Town Clerk Offices
Town of Alton
1 Monument Square
Alton, NH 03809
alton.nh.gov
Town of Barnstead
97 Toad Hill Road
Barnstead, NH 03218
barnstead.org
Common Questions
Can I register on Election Day?
Yes! New Hampshire allows same-day voter registration at your polling place. Bring proof of identity and residency.
What ID do I need to vote?
A valid photo ID such as a NH driver's license, passport, or other government-issued ID. First-time voters without ID may sign an affidavit.
Can I vote by absentee ballot?
Yes. NH residents may request an absentee ballot if they will be absent from their town on Election Day, or have a disability or religious observance.
Absentee Ballot Info →I just moved — do I need to re-register?
Yes, if you moved to a new town or city you need to re-register at your new address. You can do this at your town clerk's office or on Election Day.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Once you're registered, join Laura and Nancy's campaign to protect our community.