Kansas

You must show photo ID to vote in person.

You need to provide an identification number or a copy of an accepted ID to vote by mail.

 

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Kansas ID Requirements for Voting In Person

Accepted Photo IDs

You can use the following IDs if they are unexpired or do not display an expiration date. If you are 65 years or older, you can use an acceptable ID that is expired.

Issued by any state or district of the United States:

  • Driver’s license
  • State ID card
  • Concealed handgun license

Issued by municipal, county, state, or federal government office:

  • Employee ID
  • Public assistance ID card

Other forms of acceptable ID:

  • US Passport
  • Military ID
  • Student ID card issued by an accredited higher-education institution in Kansas
  • Tribal ID
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Frequently Asked Questions

If you are a registered Kansas voter but do not present an accepted photo ID when voting in person, you have to cast a provisional ballot.

Provisional ballots make sure eligible voters are not rejected at the polls. You need to take extra steps for your vote to count!

How to Make a Provisional Ballot Count 

You must provide an accepted photo ID to your before the county canvass. You submit your ID to your county elections office in person, by mail, or electronically.

Find your local office.

Counties may canvass on the Monday following the election or on Thursday the following week.

There is an exception for voters who have religious objections to being photographed. You must sign a Declaration of Religious Objection.

No. The state has not provided any guidance as to whether poll workers and other election officials can rely on an image of your ID on your mobile or other electronic device instead of a physical ID.

You do not need a “REAL ID” to vote in Kansas.

Your driver’s license or state ID card will show a gold star if it meets REAL ID requirements under federal law.

Get in touch with VoteRiders if you have questions or need free help securing ID.

Kansas ID Requirements for Voting By Mail

Any registered Kansas voter can vote by mail.

You must include the ID number from your current Kansas driver’s license or Kansas nondriver’s identification card when you apply for your advance ballot by mail.

If you do not have one of these forms of ID, you must include a copy of an acceptable photo ID with your application.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

In the event it is determined that your signature does not match that on file with the state, the county election officer must attempt to contact you to offer another opportunity to provide your signature for the purposes of verifying your identity. If the county election officer is unable to reach you, they may transmit a provisional ballot. However, such provisional ballot may not be counted unless it includes a signature that can be verified.