IN-PERSON SERVICES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE HAVE MOVED TO 400 W. 15TH STREET. PARKING DETAILS AND MORE INFORMATION
Apostille/Authentication services now available by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Walk-in service available Mondays and Fridays. More Information
Election Notice:  Early voting for the May 26 Primary Runoff Election runs from Monday, May 18 – Friday, May 22, 2026.  |  Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) is Friday, May 15, 2026  |  ID requirements for voting in person  |  ID requirements for voting by mail  |  Visit VoteTexas.gov for more election information
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The Secretary of State is the chief election officer for the State of Texas. The Secretary of State’s Elections Division provides assistance and advice to election officials on the proper conduct of elections. This includes hosting seminars and elections schools, providing calendars, ballot certification, primary election funding, and legal interpretations of election laws to election officials. We also provide assistance to the general public on voter registration and other election issues through our 1-800 toll-free number, 1-800-252-VOTE (8683), and via the Internet.