Nationwide Voter ID Laws
What ID do I need to bring to Vote.
Alabama
ID is required to vote in Alabama.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Valid Driver's License (not expired or has been expired less than 60 days)
– Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Digital Driver's License
– Valid Non-driver ID (not expired or has been expired less than 60 days)
– Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Digital Non-driver ID
– Valid Alabama Photo Voter ID
– Valid State Issued ID (Alabama or any other state)
– Valid AL Department of Corrections Release- Temporary ID (Photo Required)
– Valid AL Movement/Booking Sheet from Prison/Jail System (Photo Required)
– Valid Pistol Permit (Photo Required)
– Valid Federal Issued ID
– Valid US Passport
– Valid Employee ID from Federal Government, State of Alabama, County Government, Municipality, Board, Authority, or other entity of this state
– Valid student or employee ID from a college or university in the State of Alabama (including postgraduate technical or professional schools)
– Valid Military ID
– Valid Tribal ID
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Alabama ID from Vote Riders.
Alaska
ID is required to vote in Alaska.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Voter ID card
– Driver’s license
– State ID
– Passport
– Military ID
– Birth Certificate
– Hunting or fishing license
– Other current or valid photo ID
– Current utility bill or paycheck, government check or bank statement, or other government issued document
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Alaska ID from Vote Riders.
Arizona
ID is required to vote in Arizona.
Valid forms of ID include:
List #1 - Sufficient Photo ID including name and address (one required):
– Valid Arizona driver license
– Valid Arizona non-operating identification card
– Tribal enrollment card or other form of tribal identification
– Valid United States federal, state, or local government-issued identification
List #2 - Sufficient ID without a photograph that bears the name and address (two required):
– Utility bill dated within 90 days of the date of the election
– Bank or credit union statement that is dated within 90 days of the date of the election
– Valid Arizona Vehicle Registration
– Indian census card
– Property tax statement of the elector's residence
– Tribal enrollment card or other form of tribal identification
– Arizona vehicle insurance card
– Recorder's Certificate
– Valid United States federal, state, or local government-issued identification, including a voter registration card issued by the County Recorder
– Any mailing to the elector marked “Official Election Material"
List #3 - Mix & Match from Lists #1 & #2 (two required):
– Any valid photo identification from list #1 in which the address does not reasonably match the precinct register accompanied by a non-photo identification from list #2 in which the address does reasonable match the precinct register
– U.S. Passport without address and one valid item from list #2
– U.S. Military ID without address and one valid item from list #2
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Arizona ID from Vote Riders.
Arkansas
ID is required to vote in Arkansas.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Driver’s license
– Photo ID card
– Concealed handgun carry license
– United States passport
– An employee badge or identification document issued by an accredited postsecondary educational institution in Arkansas
– United States Military identification document
– A public assistance identification card if the card shows a photograph of the person to whom the document or identification card was issued
– A voter identification card issued by the Secretary of State
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Arkansas ID from Vote Riders.
California
ID is not required in California if voting in person unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
Valid forms of ID include
Any current and valid ID showing your name and photograph, including, but not limited to:
– Driver's license
– Official state identification card
– Passport
– Employee Identification Card
– Credit or Debit Card
– Military Identification
– Student identification card
A document showing your name and address that is dated since the date of the last general election, including, but not limited to:
– Utility bill
– Bank statement
– Government check
– Lease or rental agreement issued by a government agency
– Vehicle registration
– Tuition statement or bill issued by a government agency
– Sample ballot you received from your county elections
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free California ID from Vote Riders.
Colorado
Please see our state election information page.
Connecticut
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in Connecticut.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– A copy of a current and valid photo identification that shows your name and address
– A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check paycheck or government document that shows your name and address
Connecticut may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Connecticut for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Connecticut ID from Vote Riders.
Delaware
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in Delaware.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Current valid photo ID
– A copy of current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck
– Other government document that shows your name and address
Delaware may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Delaware for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Delaware ID from Vote Riders.
District of Columbia
ID is not required in District of Columbia if voting in person unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– Current and valid government-issued photo ID
– Current utility bill (dated within 90 days of Election Day)
– Bank statement (dated within 90 days of Election Day)
– Government check or paycheck (dated within 90 days of Election Day)
– Other government-issued document that shows your name and address
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free District of Columbia ID from Vote Riders.
Florida
ID is required to vote in Florida.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Florida driver’s license
– Florida identification card issued by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
– U.S. passport
– Debit or credit card
– Military identification
– Student identification
– Retirement center identification
– Neighborhood association identification
– Public assistance identification
– Veteran health identification card issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
– License to carry a concealed weapon or firearm
– Employee identification card issued by any branch, department, agency, or entity of the Federal Government, the state, a county, or a municipality
All IDs must be current and valid and have your photo and a signature.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Florida ID from Vote Riders.
Georgia
ID is required to vote in Georgia.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Any valid state or federal government-issued photo ID
– A Georgia driver's license (can be expired)
– Student ID from a Georgia public College or University
– Valid employee photo ID from any branch, department, or agency of the U.S. Government, Georgia, or any county, municipality, board, authority or other entity of Georgia
– Valid U.S. passport
– Valid U.S. military photo ID
– Valid tribal photo ID
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Georgia ID from Vote Riders.
Hawaii
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in Hawaii if voting in person.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Hawaii driver's license with photo
– Hawaii State ID card with photo
– U.S. Military ID with photo
– U.S. passport or passport card with photo
– Current utility bill
– Bank statement
– Government check
– Paycheck
– Another government document that shows your name and address
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Hawaii ID from Vote Riders.
Idaho
ID is required to vote in Idaho.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– An Idaho driver’s license or identification card
– A U.S. passport or Federal photo identification card
– A Tribal Identification card
– A concealed weapons license issued by a county sheriff in Idaho
Idaho may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Idaho for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Idaho ID from Vote Riders.
Illinois
ID is not required in Illinois unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– A current and valid photo identification
– Utility bill
– Bank statement
– Government check
– Paycheck
– Lease or contract for residence
– Student ID & mail addressed to voter’s residence
– Government document
All of these IDs must shows your name and address.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Illinois ID from Vote Riders.
Indiana
ID is required to vote in Indiana.
Valid forms of ID include:
– any State of Indiana or U.S. government-issued photo ID that displays your photo, displays your name (which matches the name on your voter registration record, though nicknames and abbreviations are okay), and displays an expiration date that is either current or expired sometime after the date of the last General Election.
In most cases, an Indiana driver license, Indiana photo ID card, Military ID, or U.S. Passport is sufficient. Note: student IDs are no longer accepted.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Indiana ID from Vote Riders.
Iowa
ID is required to vote in Iowa.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Iowa driver’s license or non-operator ID
– U.S. passport
– U.S. military ID or veteran’s ID
– Tribal ID/document
– Iowa voter ID card
You can also have your identity attested to by another registered voter in your precinct.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Iowa ID from Vote Riders.
Kansas
ID is required to vote in Kansas.
Valid forms of ID include:
– A driver’s license or ID card issued by Kansas or by another state
– A U.S. Passport
– A U.S. Military ID
– An ID card issues by a Native American tribe
– An employee badge issued by a government office
– A student ID card issued by an accredited postsecondary education institution in Kansas
– A concealed carry license issued by Kansas or another state
– A public assistance identification card issued by a government office
An ID does not have to have an expiration date on it, but if an expiration date is listed, it must not have expired.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Kansas ID from Vote Riders.
Kentucky
ID is required to vote in Kentucky.
Valid forms of ID include:
A document that displays your name and photograph, and is issued by one of the following:
– The U.S. or the Commonwealth of Kentucky
– The U.S. Department of Defense, a branch of the uniformed services, The Merchant Marine, or the Kentucky National Guard
– A public or private college, university, or postgraduate technical or professional school located within the United States
– Any city government, county government, urban-county government, charter county government, consolidated local government, or unified local government, which is located within Kentucky
Kentucky may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Kentucky for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Kentucky ID from Vote Riders.
Louisiana
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in Louisiana.
Valid forms of ID include:
– A driver's license
– A Louisiana Special ID
– An LA Wallet digital driver's license
– A U.S. military identification card that contains your name and picture
– Some other generally recognized picture ID that contains your name and signature
Louisiana may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Louisiana for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Louisiana ID from Vote Riders.
Maine
ID is not required in Maine unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– A government-issued photo ID such as a current and valid U.S. passport, military identification, driver's license, state identification or identification card issued by a federally recognized Native American tribe
– Another government-issued identification document without a photo such as a certified birth certificate or a signed social security card
– Another official document that shows name and address such as a utility bill, bank statement, government check or a paycheck
– Student ID with a photo issued by a public or private school in Maine
– A verified unique identifier for new voters, including the voter's Maine driver's license number, Maine identification number or the last 4 digits of the voter's social security number that are successfully verified through the central voter registration system verification
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Maine ID from Vote Riders.
Maryland
You may be asked to show ID if you are a first-time voter, voting for the first time in Maryland, your voter registration is inactive, or your ballot is challenged.
You will also need to show ID if you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– A Maryland Driver's License or other Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) issued identification
– A student ID card that contains a photo
– A military ID card that contains a photo
– An employee ID card that contains a photo
– A passport or other government issued ID
– A utility bill, bank statement, government check, or paycheck that shows your name and address and is less than three months old
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Maryland ID from Vote Riders.
Massachusetts
You may be asked to show ID if you are a first-time voter, voting for the first time in Massachusetts, your voter registration is inactive, or your ballot is challenged.
You will also need to show ID if you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Driver's license
– State ID card
– A recent utility bill
– A rent receipt or lease
– A copy of a voter registration affidavit
– A letter from a school dormitory or housing office
– Any other printed identification which contains your name and address
The ID must display your name and the address at which you are registered to vote.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Massachusetts ID from Vote Riders.
Michigan
You do not need to provide ID to vote in Michigan. However, if you have a valid ID with you, you must show it when asked.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Michigan driver’s license or a Michigan personal identification card.
– Current Driver’s license or personal ID card issued by another state
– Current Federal or state government-issued photo ID
– Current U.S. passport
– Current Military identification card with photo
– Current Student identification with photo from a high school or an accredited institution of higher education.
– Current Tribal identification card with photo.
If you do not have a valid form of ID, you can sign an affidavit and vote a regular ballot. Check with Michigan for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Michigan ID from Vote Riders.
Minnesota
You may be asked to show ID if you are a first-time voter, voting for the first time in Minnesota, your voter registration is inactive, or your ballot is challenged.
You will also need to show ID if you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
1. An ID with your current name and address:
– Valid Minnesota driver's license, learner's permit, or ID, or a receipt for any of these
– Tribal ID with name, address, photo, and signature
2. Photo ID and a document with your current name and address:
Approved Photo IDs (the ID can be expired):
– Driver's license, state ID or learner's permit issued by any state
– U.S. Passport
– U.S. Military or Veteran ID
– Tribal ID with name, signature, and photo
– Minnesota university, college, or technical college ID
– Minnesota high school ID
Approved Documents (can be shown on an electronic device):
– Bill, account, or start-of-service dated within 30 days of the election for:
⸺ Phone, TV, or internet
⸺ Solid waste, sewer, electric, gas or water
⸺ Banking or credit card
⸺ Rent or mortgage
– Residential lease or rent agreement valid through Election Day
– Current student fee statement
3. A registered voter from your precinct who can go to the polling place with you and sign an oath confirming your address
4. Any form of photo ID (listed in step 2) and an official student housing list from a college or university that you are on
5. Your valid registration in the same precinct. If you have changed your name or address, but you are already registered in the precinct, share the previous name or address with the election judge
6. Notice of late registration (if you registered within 20 days of the election)
7. A staff person from a residential facility, if you live in said facility, and the staff person is able to prove their employment at the facility (such as showing an employee badge), who can go to the polling place with you and sign an oath confirming your address
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Minnesota ID from Vote Riders.
Mississippi
ID is required to vote in Mississippi.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Mississippi driver’s license
– A valid ID issued by a branch, department or entity of the State of Mississippi
– U.S. passport
– A U.S. or Mississippi government employee ID card
– A current and valid Mississippi firearms license
– A student photo ID issued by an accredited Mississippi university, college or community/junior college
– U.S. Military ID
– Tribal photo ID
– A Mississippi Voter Identification Card
– Any current and valid photo ID issued by any branch, department, agency or entity of the United States government or any State government
Mississippi may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Mississippi for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Mississippi ID from Vote Riders.
Missouri
ID is required to vote in Missouri.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Missouri driver or non-driver license
– Military ID, including a veteran’s ID card
– U.S. passport
– Another photo ID issued by the United States or the state of Missouri
The ID you use must not be expired, unless it is a driver or non-driver license or other photo ID issued by the U.S. or the state of Missouri that has expired after the most recent general election.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Missouri ID from Vote Riders.
Montana
ID is required to vote in Montana.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Montana Driver's License or REAL ID
– Montana ID Card
– Military ID Card
– Tribal Photo ID Card
– U.S. Passport
– Montana Concealed Carry Permit
– Student photo ID, issued by the Montana University System a school in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
– Any photo ID with your name and at least one of these qualifying items: a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck or government check, or government document
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID handy, you may be able to vote provisionally, as long as you are able to provide one of the above forms of ID by 5pm on the day after the election in person, by facsimile, by email, or by mail postmarked no later than the day after the election.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Montana ID from Vote Riders.
Nebraska
ID is required to vote in Nebraska.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Nebraska driver's license
– Nebraska state ID
– Nebraska college ID
– Nebraska political subdivision ID
– Military ID
– Tribal ID
– U.S. Passport
– Hospital, hospice, developmental disabilities services agency, intermediate care facility, assisted-living facility, or nursing home record
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Nebraska ID from Vote Riders.
Nevada
ID is not required in Nevada if voting in person unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– A voter registration card
– Driver’s license or ID issued by the DMV
– Military ID
– Any other form of ID issued by a governmental agency which contains your signature and picture/physical description
Nevada may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Nevada for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Nevada ID from Vote Riders.
New Hampshire
ID is required to vote in New Hampshire.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– A driver's license issued by any state or the federal government
– An identification card or a nondriver's identification card issued by the motor vehicles division, department, agency, or office of any state
– Photo ID card for "voting identification only" issued by the New Hampshire DMV
– U.S. armed services identification card
– U.S. passport or passcard
– A valid student ID card, if the card was issued by one of the following: (1) a college, university, or career school in New Hampshire and approved to operate or licensed to operate in New Hampshire, (2) a public high school in New Hampshire, (3) a nonpublic high school in New Hampshire accredited by a private school accrediting agency that is recognized by the NH department of education, (4) Dartmouth College, or (5) a college or university operated by the university system of New Hampshire or the community college system of New Hampshire
The ID you use must have an expiration date or date of issuance on it. The ID can be used for voting purposes for up to 5 years after the expiration date (voters 65 or older can always use an expired ID, regardless of expiration date).
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free New Hampshire ID from Vote Riders.
New Jersey
You may be asked to show ID if you are a first-time voter, voting for the first time in New Jersey, your voter registration is inactive, or your ballot is challenged.
You will also need to show ID if you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Any valid and current photo ID, including but not limited to: a New Jersey driver's license, a Military or other Government ID, a student or job ID, or a store membership card
– A current document with your name and address on it, including but not limited to: a bank statement, a car registration, a sample ballot, a utility bill, a paycheck, a rent receipt, a government check, or a non-photo New Jersey driver's license
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free New Jersey ID from Vote Riders.
New Mexico
ID is not required in New Mexico unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– A current and valid photo identification
– A current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or student identification card that shows your name and current address
– Another government document, including identification issued by an Indian nation, tribe or pueblo that shows your name and current address
New Mexico may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with New Mexico for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free New Mexico ID from Vote Riders.
New York
ID is not required in New York unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– A driver's license or or ID card
– A current and valid photo identification
– A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or other government document that shows your name and address
New York may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with New York for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free New York ID from Vote Riders.
North Carolina
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in North Carolina.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
One of the following IDs, which must be unexpired or expired for less than one year:
*Exception: your ID can be expired for any amount of time if you are over 65 and your ID expired after your 65th birthday.
– North Carolina driver's license
– North Carolina state ID card (also called a non-operator ID)
– US Passport or Passport Card
– North Carolina voter photo ID card issued by a County Board of Elections
– College or university student ID card approved by the State Board of Elections
– Employee ID issued by North Carolina state or local government or charter school approved by the State Board of Elections
– Out-of-state driver’s license or ID card (only for use by voters who have registered to vote in North Carolina within 90 days of an election)
You can use the following IDs even if they do not have an issuance or expiration date:
– Military ID or Veterans ID card issued by US Government
– Tribal enrollment card issued by a tribe recognized by the State of North Carolina or the federal government
– ID card with photo issued by an agency of the U.S. government or the State of North Carolina for a public assistance program
The address on your photo ID does not have to match the address on your voter registration. The name on your photo ID must be the same as or “very similar” to the name on your voter registration record.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free North Carolina ID from Vote Riders.
North Dakota
ID is required to vote in North Dakota.
Valid forms of ID include:
a document that contains your legal name; current residential street address in North Dakota; and date of birth.
These can include:
– North Dakota Driver’s license or North Dakota non-driver's ID card
– Tribal government issued ID
– Long term care identification certificate (provided by North Dakota facility)
If your ID does not include your legal name, current address and date of birth or if it is expired, you must supplement the ID with a:
– Current utility bill
– Current bank statement
– Check or other document issued by a federal, state, local, or tribal government
– Paycheck
– Authorized university document for voters using a student photo ID card to supplement another ID with a different address
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free North Dakota ID from Vote Riders.
Ohio
ID is required to vote in Ohio.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Ohio driver's license
– State of Ohio ID card
– Interim ID form issued by the Ohio BMV
– U.S. Passport or passport card
– U.S. Military ID card
– Ohio National Guard ID card
– U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ID card
All photo IDs must not be expired, must have a a photo of the voter, and must have the voter's name (which must substantially conform to the voter's name as it appears on the Poll List).
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Ohio ID from Vote Riders.
Oklahoma
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in Oklahoma.
Valid forms of ID include:
A photo ID including:
– Oklahoma driver's license or Oklahoma Identification Card
– U.S. passport
– U.S. military identification
– Any other document issued by the U.S. government, the State of Oklahoma, or a federally recognized tribal government if it includes your name, a photograph of you, and an expiration date that is later than the election in which you are voting (unless the identification is valid indefinitely)
– County Election Board Voter Identification Card (photo not required)
The name on the identification that you provide must match your name in the Precinct Registry (abbreviations and nicknames are okay).
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Oklahoma ID from Vote Riders.
Oregon
Please see our state election information page.
Pennsylvania
You will be asked to show ID if you are voting for the first time at a new polling place. This requirement applies only for the first time you appear to vote in a particular election district/polling place. You will not have to show ID again unless you move and are assigned to a new polling place.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Pennsylvania driver’s license or PennDOT ID card
– ID issued by any Commonwealth agency
– ID issued by the U.S. Government
– U.S. Passport
– U.S. Armed Forces ID
– Student ID
– Employee ID
If you do not have a photo ID, you can use one of the following so long as it includes your name and address:
– Confirmation issued by the County Voter Registration Office, such as a voter registration card
– Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth
– Non-photo ID issued by the U.S. Government
– Firearm permit
– Current utility bill
– Current bank statement
– Paycheck
– Government check
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Pennsylvania ID from Vote Riders.
Rhode Island
ID is required to vote in Rhode Island.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Rhode Island Driver's License or Permit
– Rhode Island Voter ID Card
– U.S. Passport
– ID issued by a U.S. educational institution
– U.S. military ID
– An ID card issued by the United States or Rhode Island
– Government issued medical card
– Tribal ID
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Rhode Island ID from Vote Riders.
South Carolina
ID is required to vote in South Carolina.
Valid forms of ID include:
– South Carolina Driver's License or ID (including standard licenses and REAL IDs, DMV ID card, and SC Concealed weapons permits)
– South Carolina Voter Registration Card with Photo
– Federal Military ID (includes all Department of Defense Photo IDs and Veterans Affairs Benefits Card)
– U.S. Passport or Passport ID card
All IDs must be current and valid.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free South Carolina ID from Vote Riders.
South Dakota
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in South Dakota.
Valid forms of ID include:
– South Dakota driver's license or nondriver ID card
– U.S. government photo ID (passport is acceptable)
– U.S. Armed Forces ID
– Current student photo identification card from a South Dakota high school or South Dakota accredited institution of higher education
– Tribal photo ID
South Dakota may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with South Dakota for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free South Dakota ID from Vote Riders.
Tennessee
ID is required to vote in Tennessee.
Valid forms of ID include:
Any of the following IDs may be used, even if expired (but you will need to show an extra document if your ID is expired):
– Tennessee driver’s license or photo ID issued by the federal or Tennessee state government or the Tennessee Dept. of Safety
– U.S. Passport
– U.S. Military ID with photo
– Tennessee handgun carry permit with photo
If you are a first time voter who registered by mail online, or if your ID is expired, you will also need to show one of the following:
– A copy of a current utility bill
– A bank statement
– A government check
– A paycheck
– Another government document that shows your name and address
*You may be exempt from needing to show ID if:
– you vote absentee by mail
– you are a resident of a licensed nursing home or assisted living center and you vote at the facility
– you are hospitalized
– you have a religious objection to being photographed
– you are indigent and unable to obtain a photo ID without paying a fee
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Tennessee ID from Vote Riders.
Texas
ID is required to vote in Texas.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Texas Driver's 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 your photo
– U.S. Citizenship Certificate containing your photo
– U.S. Passport (book or card)
If you do not possess and cannot reasonably obtain one of the these forms of photo ID, you can fill out a Reasonable Impediment Declaration (RID) at the polls. You will need to present an alternative form of ID, such as a utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, birth certificate, or voter registration certificate.
*You may be exempt from needing to show ID if:
– you have a disability and file for a permanent exemption
– you have a religious objection to being photographed
– you are experiencing a natural disaster declared by the President or the Texas Governor
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Texas ID from Vote Riders.
Utah
ID is required to vote in Utah if voting in person.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
ONE primary form of ID that is not expired, has your name, and has your photograph, including but not limited to:
– Utah driver's license
– ID card issued by the state of Utah or the U.S. Government
– Utah concealed carry permit
– U.S. passport
– Tribal ID card (does not require a photograph)
– Currently valid U.S. military ID card
TWO forms of ID that, when combined, prove your name and residence, including but not limited to:
– Utility bill dated within 90 days of the election
– Bank or other financial account statement
– Certified birth certificate
– Valid Social Security card
– Check issued by the state or federal government
– Currently valid Utah hunting or fishing license
– Certified naturalization documents (NOT a green card)
– Certified copy of court records showing your adoption or name change
– Bureau of Indian Affairs card
– Tribal treaty card
– Medicaid or Medicare or Electronic Benefits Transfer card
– Currently valid ID card issued by a local government in Utah or an employer
– Currently valid student ID card issued by a college, university, technical school, or professional school in Utah
– Current Utah vehicle registration
If you are not already registered to vote and are voting with a provisional ballot, you will need to show TWO acceptable forms of ID: one that verifies your identity AND one for proof of residence.
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Utah ID from Vote Riders.
Vermont
ID is not required in Vermont unless you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include
– A valid photo ID
– A copy of a current utility bill
– A copy of a current bank statement
– A copy of a government check or paycheck
– Any other government document that shows your name and address
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Vermont ID from Vote Riders.
Virginia
Voters are requested to provide ID to vote in Virginia.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Current or expired Virginia driver’s license
– Current or expired DMV-issued ID card (can be accepted electronically if through the official DMV "Virginia mID" app)
– Valid employee ID card, with your photo
– U.S. Military ID
– Valid student ID issued by a public or private institution of higher education or high school located in Virginia (acceptable in electronic form only if it is an officially adopted method of issuing student IDs by the institution)
– Valid student ID, containing a photograph, issued by a public or
private institution of higher education located in the U.S. (acceptable in electronic form only if it is an officially adopted method of issuing a student ID by the institution)
– Valid U.S. passport or passport card
– Government-issued federal, state or local ID card
– Voter ID card or voter confirmation documents issued by the Department of Elections
– Valid tribal enrollment or other tribal ID issued by one of the 11 tribes recognized by Virginia
– Nursing home resident ID, if issued by a government facility
– Current utility bill, bank statement, government check, or paycheck dated within 12 months (acceptable in physical or electronic form)
– Any other current government document containing your name and address (acceptable in physical or electronic form)
Virginia may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Virginia for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Virginia ID from Vote Riders.
Washington
You may be asked to show ID if voting in person if you are a first-time voter, voting for the first time in Washington, your voter registration is inactive, or your ballot is challenged.
You will also need to show ID if you are voting for the first time in a federal election (Presidential or Congressional), or if you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide identification with your registration.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Driver's license
– State ID card
– Student ID card
– Tribal ID card (not required to include a residential address or an expiration date to be considered valid)
– Employer ID card
ID is required when voting in person.
If you cannot provide any acceptable forms of ID, you may also sign a ballot declaration. The signature on the declaration will be compared to the signature on your voter registration record.
Washington may provide other options to be able to vote such as completing a form or affidavit, providing additional requested information, or having another person verify your identity. Check with Washington for more information.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Washington ID from Vote Riders.
West Virginia
ID is required to vote in West Virginia.
Valid forms of ID include:
– West Virginia driver’s license or state-issued ID
– Driver’s license from another state
– U.S. passport or passport card
– Employee ID with photo issued by local, state, or federal government
– Student ID with photo from a WV institution of higher education or a WV high school
– U.S. military ID with photo
– Voter registration card with photo issued by a WV county clerk or the WV Secretary of State
– An ID issued by the DMV without a photo for voters who swear and affirm that they belong to recognized religious communities that prohibit them from being photographed
If you are a first time voter, the following documents that show your current name and address are accepted as valid forms of ID:
– Valid Photo Identification
– Utility Bill
– Bank Statement
– Government Check
– Paycheck
– Any Other Official Government Document
*You may not need to show ID if:
– You are accompanied by an adult who has known you for at least 6 months who shows a photo ID with their name and address, and signs an affidavit at the polling place confirming your identity
– A poll worker has known you for at least 6 months
– You are a resident of a licensed WV state care facility and the care facility is your designated polling place
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free West Virginia ID from Vote Riders.
Wisconsin
ID is required to vote in Wisconsin.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– A Wisconsin DOT-issued driver license, even your driving privileges have been revoked or suspended, with or without a star in the right-hand corner
– A Wisconsin DOT-issued identification card, with or without a star in the right-hand corner
– Military ID card issued by a U.S. uniformed service
– U.S. passport
– An identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin (may be used even if expired before the most recent general election)
– A student ID issued by a Wisconsin accredited university or college that contains a photo, the date it was issued, your signature and the expiration date is not more than 2 years from the date it was issued. If your student ID is expired, then you must also provide by a separate document that proves current enrollment.
– An unexpired veteran’s photo identification card issued by the Veterans Health Administration
– An unexpired certificate of naturalization that was issued within the last two years before the election
– A driving receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days)
– An identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days)
The address on your ID does not have to be current and the name on your ID does not need to be an exact match for your name in the poll book (nicknames are okay).
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Wisconsin ID from Vote Riders.
Wyoming
ID is required to vote in Wyoming.
You will also need to show ID if you plan to register and vote on the same day.
Valid forms of ID include:
– Wyoming Driver's License or ID Card
– Tribal ID Card
– Valid U.S. Passport
– U.S. Military Card
– Driver's License or ID Card from another state
– University of Wyoming Student ID
– Wyoming Community College Student ID
– Wyoming Public School Student ID
– Valid Medicare or Medicaid Insurance Card
– Valid Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit
If you do not have any of the above forms of ID you may be able to vote provisionally.
If you do not have one of the documents in the list above, learn how to obtain a free Wyoming ID from Vote Riders.