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Maryland does not require ID to vote. You must verify your identity when you register to vote.

1 Voter Registration

Who Can Vote in Maryland?

You must register before you can vote in Maryland.

You are eligible to vote in Maryland if you meet all of the following requirements:

  • You are a citizen of the United States. (Note: Some municipalities allow non-citizen residents to vote in local elections.) 
  • You a resident of Maryland.
  • You are at least 18 years of age on Election Day.

Maryland Voter Registration ID Requirements

To register to vote:

  • You must provide your driver’s license number or state ID card number if you have one.
  • If you do not have either of these IDs, you can use the last 4 digits of your Social Security number (SSN).
  • If you do not have a Social Security number, then leave that space blank on your registration form.

If you don’t provide any of these numbers or the state can’t match the number you provide to official records, you will have to show an accepted form of ID the first time you vote.

You can use one of the following:

  • Unexpired photo ID (driver’s license, state ID card, passport, etc.)
  • Current utility bill, bank statement, or government document

  • MVA-issued driver’s license, ID card, or change of address card
  • Your paycheck, bank statement, utility bill, or other government document with your name and address.

    • Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I register to vote in Maryland if I have been convicted of a crime?

    Each state has its own laws about whether citizens with previous criminal convictions can vote.

    To check your eligibility to register to vote in Maryland use Restore Your Vote.

    You can also learn more by reading this blog post: Can People Convicted of a Felony Vote in the United States?

    Can I register to vote in Maryland if I attend college in Maryland?
    College students are allowed to vote using their Maryland school residence address. You can decide if you prefer to register in your home state or in Maryland if you attend school there. You may only be registered and vote in one location.

     

    Register to Vote in Maryland

    Submit the form below to register in Maryland.

    Don’t have a state-issued ID? VoteRiders is here to help!