What is voter ID?
Every state has its own voter ID rules:
- Some states require ID to vote.
- Some states ask for ID, but give other ways to prove who you are.
- Some states do not require ID at all.
A state’s rules can be different for voting in person and by mail/absentee ballot.
Select your state from the menu at the top of this page to check your options.
Get Ready to Vote
Depending on your state, you may have access to specific options to help you vote:
Exceptions or Alternatives
Some states have special rules for voters with disabilities, like:
- Allowing voters to sign an affidavit instead of showing ID
- Different or additional documents you can use
- Other ways to confirm who you are
Select your state from the menu at the top of this page to check your options.
Vote by Mail
Most states allow voters with disabilities or health concerns to vote by mail without going in person. States have specific rules for voting by mail/absentee ballot.
A few states also offer electronic voting as an option.
Curbside Voting
Some states offer curbside voting or assistance to voters who cannot physically enter the polls due to a disability or illness. ID rules for curbside voting are usually the same as those for in-person voting in your state.
Voting Assistance
You have the right to get help if you need it, such as:
- Someone to assist you in marking your ballot
- Help reading or filling out your ballot
- Language or voting assistance
What to Do If There’s a Problem
If you are challenged or turned away at the polls:
- Ask if assistance or accommodations are available.
- Don’t leave without voting a provisional ballot.
- Get clear instructions on how to make your vote count.
- Contact Election Protection (866-OUR-VOTE).