- Important Dates
- Where to Vote
General Elections
Important Dates (2011)
NJ Election Chronological Guide
 October 18 |
Last day to register to vote in the
November General Election. Superintendent of Elections office open until 9 p.m. Last day to file a change of residence application |
| October 25 |
On or before this date, applications for appointment of challengers for General Election shall be filed with the County Board of Elections. |
| November 1 |
Last day to apply for a Vote by Mail (formerly civilian absentee ballot) application by mail (for the General Election) |
| November 2 |
A qualified overseas voter who wishes to receive a faxed federal ballot for the General Election, must apply to the county clerk no later than the fourth day before the general election. |
| November 7 |
Deadline for any civilian absentee voter, who fails to apply in writing for a Vote by Mail ballot, may apply in person or by authorized messenger (if voter is sick or confined) to the County Clerk on any day up to 3:00 p.m. of the day before the election. |
| November 8 |
General Election
Day Polls open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. |