Texas Early Voting Ends Today: What Voters Need to Know Before November 3 Election
Friday, October 30, marks the final day of early voting across Texas as voters prepare for a major general election.
SAN ANTONIO, TX | October 30, 2026
The final day of early voting has arrived in Texas, giving registered voters one last opportunity to cast their ballots before Election Day on Tuesday, November 3.
According to the Texas Secretary of State, the early voting period for the 2026 general election began October 19 and concludes Friday, October 30.
Across the state, voters are selecting candidates for federal, statewide and local offices. Ballots include races for the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Texas governor, state legislative seats and other elected positions.
In Bexar County, election officials are encouraging residents to check voting locations, operating hours and identification requirements before arriving at the polls.
Bexar County Early Voting Hours
Most early voting locations in Bexar County will remain open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, October 30.
Two branch locations, the Bexar County Justice Center and Valley Ranch Community Center, have shorter operating hours of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Registered Bexar County voters may cast their ballots at any designated early voting center within the county, regardless of their neighborhood.
The county's main early voting location is:
Bexar County Elections Department
1103 S. Frio Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
Additional early voting locations include libraries, community centers and other designated public facilities throughout the county.
Residents can review locations and official schedules through the Bexar County Elections Department website.
What Identification Do Voters Need?
Texas requires voters who possess an accepted form of photo identification to present it when voting in person.
The seven accepted forms include:
- Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety
- Texas Election Identification Certificate
- Texas Personal Identification Card
- Texas Handgun License
- U.S. Military Identification Card containing a photograph
- U.S. Citizenship Certificate containing a photograph
- U.S. Passport book or card
For voters between 18 and 69, most accepted photo IDs may be expired for no more than four years. Voters 70 and older may use an otherwise valid accepted photo ID regardless of how long it has been expired.
The U.S. Citizenship Certificate does not expire.
Voters who do not possess and cannot reasonably obtain one of these forms may qualify to present supporting identification and complete a Reasonable Impediment Declaration.
Acceptable supporting documents may include a voter registration certificate, current utility bill, bank statement or certain other official records.
What Happens After Early Voting Ends?
Residents who do not vote by October 30 will have another opportunity on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Polling locations across Texas will generally operate from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Election Day.
Bexar County residents can use the county's designated Election Day voting centers. Voters should verify the locations available for November 3 because Election Day sites may differ from early voting centers.
The voter registration deadline for the November election was October 5. The deadline for election officials to receive applications for ballots by mail was October 23.
Voters who requested mail ballots should review the state's ballot return deadlines and instructions to ensure their ballots are received or properly postmarked within the required timeframes.
What's on the Ballot?
The November general election includes contests that will shape federal, state and local government.
Texas voters will decide races for the U.S. Senate, governor and other statewide offices. Congressional elections and state legislative contests are also taking place, along with judicial and local government races.
Some voters will also see local propositions or other ballot measures, depending on their voting address.
Because election districts and local jurisdictions vary, residents should review their individual sample ballots to determine which candidates and proposals will appear on their ballots.
Bexar County provides sample ballot information through its official election resources.
Where to Get Official Election Information
The Texas Secretary of State maintains election information through VoteTexas.gov, including voter registration verification, identification requirements and voting procedures.
Bexar County voters can also visit the county Elections Department website or call 210-335-VOTE (8683) for information about polling locations and election procedures.
With early voting concluding Friday, the next major deadline is November 3, when voters across Texas will participate in the general election.
Understanding the election schedule and voting requirements can help residents make informed preparations before arriving at a polling location.
Sources and Full Links
1. Texas Secretary of State
Official 2026 Election Calendar and Deadlines
https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/candidates/guide/2026/dates2026.shtml
2. Bexar County Government
Early Voting for the November 3 General Election
https://www.bexar.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/1285
3. Bexar County Elections Department
Official Election Information
https://elections.bexar.gov/
4. Bexar County
Early Voting Locations and Information
https://maps.bexar.org/EarlyVoteinfo/
5. Texas Secretary of State
Official Voter Identification Requirements
https://www.votetexas.gov/voting/need-id
6. KSAT 12 News
What to Know About Early Voting in Bexar County for the November 3 Midterm Election
https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2026/10/06/what-to-know-about-early-voting-in-bexar-county-for-nov-3-midterm-election/
7. Texas Secretary of State
Official Election Information and Voting Resources
https://www.votetexas.gov/
Reporting compiled from official Texas election resources, Bexar County government information and local news coverage.
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