Voter ID rules are different based on whether you vote by absentee ballot or in person.
You can vote using an absentee ballot if:
Valid reasons include:
You have to apply with your county clerk to receive an absentee ballot. If you need assistance, another person can help fill out the application.
Turn your application in to the same county where you are registered to vote. It can be delivered to the county clerk’s office in person or sent by mail.
You don’t have to include ID with your application.
You have to include a copy of an acceptable ID when you return your completed ballot.
Arkansas does not allow you to return your ballot electronically.
You can use your ID if:
Your ID doesn’t need to have an expiration date. If it does have one, it can’t expire more than 4 years before Election Day.
If you are in a long-term care facility, you can use a document from your facility administrator that confirms you live there.
Photo IDs that you might be able to use include:
You must show a photo ID to vote in Arkansas.
You can use your ID if:
Your ID doesn’t need to have an expiration date. If it does have one, it can’t expire more than 4 years before Election Day.
If you are in a long-term care facility, you can use a document from your facility administrator that confirms you live there.
Photo IDs that you might be able to use include:
Page Updated: August 2023
