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Alaskarequires voters to present non-photo identification (ID) while voting. Accepted forms of ID include voter ID cards, driver’s licenses, state ID, and U.S. passports. For a list of accepted forms of ID,see below.

HIGHLIGHTS
  • Section 15.15.225 of Alaska law states "Before being allowed to vote, each voter shall exhibit to an election official one form of identification."
  • A voter identification number is required when applying for an absentee/mail-in ballot.
  • Voters who do not have ID while voting may cast provisional ballots (which Alaska law calls questioned ballots).
  • Note: This page covers identification requirements for those who are already registered to vote. Documents required for voter registration may differ.

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    Voter ID law

    Alaska's voter ID requirements are outlined in Section 15.15.225 of state law. The law states, "Before being allowed to vote, each voter shall exhibit to an election official one form of identification." To view the full text of the law,click here.

    The federalHelp America Vote Act requires that individuals in all 50 states who register to vote by mail and who have not voted previously in a federal election in their state must provide either their driver's license or a paycheck, bank statement, current utility bill, or government document showing their name and address. Individuals voting by mail must include a copy of one of those documents with their absentee/mail-in ballot.[1]

    These requirements do not apply if an individual submitted a copy of their identification, their driver's license number or the last four digits of their Social Security number when registering to vote.

    Exceptions to voter ID

    An election official may waive the voter ID requirement if the official knows the identity of the voter and the person is not a first-time voter who registered without providing identification.[2]

    Voter ID for absentee ballots

    An identification number is required to apply for an absentee ballot and when a voter returns their ballot.[3][4][5]

    Voter ID for early voting

    A non-photo ID is required for early voting.[6]

    Forms of accepted ID

    Alaska requires voters to present non-photo identification while voting.[7]

    The following were accepted forms of identification as of November 2025.Click here for the list of acceptable identification included in state statute to ensure you have the most current information.[7]

    (a) Before being allowed to vote, each voter shall exhibit to an election official one form of identification, including

    (1) an official voter registration card, driver's license, state identification card, current and valid photo identification, birth certificate, passport, or hunting or fishing license; or
    (2) an original or a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document; an item exhibited under this paragraph must show the name and current address of the voter.[8]

    To view Alaska law pertaining to voter identification,click here.

    Provisional ballot rules

    Alaska refers to provisional ballots as questioned ballots. Voters in Alaska are given questioned ballots under the following circumstances:[9]

    (1) The individual's name does not appear on the precinct registration list.[10] Voters who cast a ballot in an incorrect precinct will have their ballot counted for statewide ballot questions and statewide and federal races. If the voter voted in the same state senate or judicial district as the one in which they reside, their ballot will be counted for those races as well.[11]

    (2) The individual's address has changed.

    (3) The individual does not present required identification.

    (4) The individual already voted.

    (5) An observer challenges the individual's qualifications to vote.

    Voters are given a questioned ballot envelope on which to include information along with their voted questioned ballot. The canvass board then determines, based on the information provided, whether the ballot is counted. The voter will receive a letter informing them if their ballot was rejected or partially counted.[9]

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    Voter ID laws by state

    See also:Voter identification laws by state

    Thirty-six states require voters to present identification in order to vote at the polls on Election Day. Of these states, 24 require voters to present identification containing a photograph, and 12 accept other forms of identification. The remaining 14 states do not require voters to present identification in order to vote at the polls on Election Day.

    Valid forms of identification differ by state. In certain states that require voters to provide identification, there may be exceptions that allow some voters to cast a ballot without providing an ID. To see more about these exceptions, seedetails by state. Commonly accepted forms of ID include driver's licenses, state-issued identification cards, passports, and military identification cards.

    In the map below, states that require registered voters to present identification at the polls on Election Day or that require poll workers to request identification from a voter are classified as states requiring identification. Some of these states provide for exceptions to these requirements. See the table below the map for more details. Follow the links provided for additional information about voter identification in each state.

    Several states that do not require identification generally require first-time voters to present identification at the polls. The federalHelp America Vote Act requires that individuals in all 50 states who register to vote by mail and who have not voted previously in a federal election in their state must provide either their driver's license or a paycheck, bank statement, current utility bill, or government document showing their name and address. Individuals voting by mail must include a copy of one of those documents with their absentee/mail-in ballot.[12]

    These requirements do not apply if an individual submitted a copy of their identification, their driver's license number or the last four digits of their Social Security number when registering to vote.

    Many states that require identification allow voters to cast provisional ballots if they do not have the required identification. Hover over each state in the map below for more details.

    Voter ID laws in the United States
    StateSummaryDetailsExceptionsProvisional ballots for voters without ID?Source
    AlabamaPhoto ID requiredAlabama requires voters to present photo ID while voting. Accepted forms of identification include driver's licenses, student ID cards, and military IDs. A voter can obtain a free photo ID from theAlabama Secretary of State, a county registrar's office, or a mobile location, which changes daily. The mobile location schedule can be accessedhere.[13][14]A voter who does not have a valid photo ID is permitted to vote if two election officials identify them as eligible to vote and sign an affidavit attesting to this fact.[15]YesLink
    AlaskaNon-photo ID requiredVoters in Alaska must present a valid form of identification at the polls. Accepted forms of identification include driver's licenses, hunting or fishing licenses, or a current utility bill or paycheck, government check, bank statement, or other government-issued document with the voter's current address.[16]An election official may waive the voter ID requirement if the official knows the identity of the voter and the person is not a first-time voter who registered without providing identification.[17]YesLink
    ArizonaNon-photo ID requiredIn Arizona, a voter must present some form of identification at the polls. The identification does not necessarily need to include a photo. A voter can either present a photo ID that includes his or her name and registered address, or two forms of non-photo ID that include the voter's name and registered address.NoneYesLink
    ArkansasPhoto ID requiredArkansas has a photo ID requirement for voting purposes. The identification must include the voter’s name and photograph and must be issued by "the United States, the State of Arkansas, or an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the State of Arkansas."[18]A voter who resides in a long-term care or residential care facility licensed by the state is not required to provide identification when voting but does need to prove they are a resident.[19]YesLink
    CaliforniaNo ID requiredAccording to the Office of the California Secretary of State, "[i]n most cases, a California voter is not required to show identification to a polling place worker before casting a ballot," except as required by theHelp America Vote Act.[20]No voter ID lawNoLink
    ColoradoNon-photo ID requiredColorado voters must provide a valid form of identification if they choose to vote in person. The identification does not have to include a photo. Accepted forms of ID include driver's licenses, student ID cards, tribal ID cards, and U.S. passports.Individuals voting by mail do not need to provide identification.YesLink
    ConnecticutNon-photo ID requiredVoters in Connecticut must present some form of identification at the polls, though a photo is not required. Acceptable forms of identification include a Social Security card or other ID showing either name and address, name and signature, or name and photo.A voter who does not present a required ID may sign an affidavit with their name, address, and date of birth, and then election officials may determine that the voter is eligible to vote.[21]YesLink
    D.C.No ID requiredD.C. does not require identification from most voters. The District of Columbia Board of Elections requires voters who submitted their voter registration application by mail or online without one of the following documents to present one the first time they vote: a copy of a government-issued photo ID showing name and address, a government-issued document showing name and address, or a utility bill, bank statement, government check, or paycheck showing name and address issued within the past 90 days.No voter ID lawYesLink
    DelawareNon-photo ID requiredAll Delaware voters are asked to provide identification at the polls. Valid identification includes a Delaware driver's license or state ID, a signed social security card, or another document that identifies the person by photo or signature. A photo is not required.[22]Voters who do not present proof of identity can "sign an affidavit of affirmation that the voter is the person listed on the election district record," according to Delaware Code.[23]NoLink
    FloridaPhoto ID requiredVoters in Florida are required to present photo and signature identification on Election Day. If a voter's photo ID does not display their signature, they will need to supply a second form of identification that does.[24]NoneYesLink
    GeorgiaPhoto ID requiredVoters in Georgia must present photo ID when voting. Valid forms of ID include driver's licenses, state ID cards, tribal ID cards, United States passports, and voter ID cards issued by county registration offices or the Georgia Department of Driver Services. Voters can obtain afree voter ID card from any county registrar's office or Department of Driver Services office.[25]NoneYesLink
    HawaiiNo ID requiredVoters in Hawaii are generally not required to present identification while voting, except for situations where identification is required by theHelp America Vote Act.No voter ID lawYesLink
    IdahoPhoto ID requiredIn order to vote in Idaho, voters must present valid photo identification. Valid photo ID includes an Idaho driver's license or photo ID card, a U.S. passport or federal ID card, a tribal photo ID card, or an Idaho license to carry a concealed weapon. Voters can obtaina free voter ID from a county DMV office.[26]Voters without identification may instead complete an affidavit.NoLink
    IllinoisNo ID requiredIllinois does not require voters to present identification while voting, except for situations where it is required by theHelp America Vote Act.[27]No voter ID lawYesLink
    IndianaPhoto ID requiredIndiana requires voters to present an Indiana or U.S. government-issued photo ID when voting. The ID must either be current or have expired sometime after the date of the last general election. If a voter does not have an accepted form of ID, he or she can obtain a free Indiana ID card from theIndiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.[28]Individuals voting at a state-licensed care center do not have to provide ID. Voters who are indigent or who have a religious objection to being photographed may affirm an exemption to the ID requirement.[29]YesLink
    IowaNon-photo ID requiredIowa requires voters to present identification while voting. Voters who do not have a valid ID can obtain one for free by mail. Accepted forms of identification include an Iowa driver's license, a voter identification card, or a U.S. passport. Voters who do not have one of these IDs may provide a combination of other documents to verify their identity and residence.If unable to provide an accepted form of ID, voters may instead have another registered voter attest to their identity.[30]YesLink
    KansasPhoto ID requiredVoters in Kansas are required to present a valid form of photo identification, such as a driver's license, a concealed carry license, or a military identification document. A photo ID does not need to have an expiration date, but if it does have an expiration date, it must not have expired at the time of voting. If the voter is over the age of 65, he or she can use an expired ID. Voters who do not have a photo ID can obtain one for free through theDivision of Vehicles.Military and overseas voters, those voting in mail ballot elections, voters on the permanent advance voting list, and any voter who objects to having his or her photo taken because of his or her religious beliefs are exempt from providing identification.[31]YesLink
    KentuckyPhoto ID requiredVoters in Kentucky are required to present identification before voting. Valid forms of identification include photo IDs issued by the United States government, the state of Kentucky, the U.S. military, a local government in Kentucky, or a public or private institute of higher education.[32]If an election officer is a personal acquaintance of the voter, the voter does not have to produce identification if the officer signs an attestation form.[33]YesLink
    LouisianaPhoto ID requiredA Louisiana voter must present one of the following forms of identification at the polls: a driver's license, a Louisiana special ID, or another generally recognized photo ID that contains the voter's name and signature. Registered voters can bring their voter information card to the Office of Motor Vehicles to receive a free Louisiana special identification card.[34]Voters who do not have accepted ID may vote by completing a voter identification affidavit. By law, voters who sign an affidavit may be challenged.[35]NoLink
    MaineNo ID requiredA voter in Maine does not have to present identification at the polls unless they are required to do so by theHelp America Vote Act or are registering to vote on Election Day.[36]No voter ID lawNoLink
    MarylandNo ID requiredMost voters in Maryland do not have to present identification on Election Day. Only voters affected by theHelp America Vote Act, voters whose identities are challenged, and voters registering or changing their address during early voting are required to present identification at the polls on Election Day in Maryland.[37]No voter ID lawYesLink
    MassachusettsNo ID requiredMost voters in Massachusetts are not required to present identification at the polls. However, voters affected by theHelp America Vote Act, inactive voters, voters casting provisional ballots, and voters who are asked by a poll worker to provide ID due to reasonable suspicion are required to do so. Valid forms of identification include both photo and non-photo identification.[38]No voter ID lawYesLink
    MichiganPhoto ID requiredEach voter in Michigan is asked to present photo identification at the polls. Acceptable forms of identification include a driver's license, personal identification card, U.S. passport, or photo ID from an educational institution.[39]A voter who does not have an acceptable form of identification can cast a ballot by signing an affidavit.[40]YesLink
    MinnesotaNo ID requiredIdentification is not required of already-registered voters in Minnesota. If a voter is impacted by theHelp America Vote Act, is registering to vote at the polls, or has not voted in four years or more, proof of residence is required.[41]No voter ID lawNoLink
    MississippiPhoto ID requiredMississippi voters are required to present photo identification in order to vote in person. Accepted forms include a driver's license, U.S. passport, or photo ID issued by a branch or department of the state. Voters can obtain aMississippi Voter Identification Card for free at any circuit clerk’s office in the state.Voters who have a religious objection to being photographed may vote a provisional ballot and sign a separate affidavit after the election. Voters who reside and vote at a state-licensed care facility do not need to show ID.[42]YesLink
    MissouriPhoto ID requiredMissouri requires voters to present photo identification while voting. Accepted forms of identification include a current Missouri driver's license or non-driver's license, a current military ID, a current U.S. passport, and "another photo ID issued by the United States or the state of Missouri." Voters can obtain a free ID by filling outthis form.NoneYesLink
    MontanaPhoto ID requiredA voter in Montana is required to present photo identification when appearing to vote. Accepted forms of identification include a valid driver's license, a U.S. passport, a Montana concealed-carry permit, or student photo identification card issued by the Montana university system or a school that is a member of the national association of intercollegiate athletics[43]NoneYesLink
    NebraskaPhoto ID requiredNebraska requires voters to present photo identification while voting. Acceptable forms of identification include a Nebraska driver's license, Nebraska state ID, military ID, tribal ID, U.S. passport, and ID issued by a university or local government. Voters can obtainfree state ID cards for voting through the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles.Voters may complete areasonable impediment certification if they have a religious objection to being photographed or are unable to obtain an ID due to a disability or illness or a lack of required documentation.[44]YesLink
    NevadaNo ID requiredNevada does not require voters to present identification while voting unless it is mandated by theHelp America Vote Act.[45]No voter ID lawYesLink
    New HampshirePhoto ID requiredVoters in New Hampshire must present photo identification at the polls. Accepted forms of ID include a driver's license issued by any state, a valid student ID from a university in the state, and a U.S. passport.[46]A moderator or other election official of a town, ward or city can review the voter's qualifications and try to determine if their identity can be verified.[47]NoLink
    New JerseyNo ID requiredNew Jersey does not generally require voters to present identification, except in situations where it is mandated by theHelp America Vote Act[48]No voter ID lawYesLink
    New MexicoNo ID requiredNew Mexico does not generally require identification to vote, except when it is required by theHelp America Vote Act. Some municipalities require identification when voting in local elections.[49]No voter ID lawYesLink
    New YorkNo ID requiredNew York does not generally require identification to vote, except in situations where it is required by theHelp America Vote Act[50][51]No voter ID lawYesLink
    North CarolinaPhoto ID requiredNorth Carolina requires voters to present photo identification while voting. Accepted forms of identification include a North Carolina driver's license, state ID, U.S. passport, student ID, military or veterans ID card, and tribal enrollment card. Voters may obtain a free ID from their county board of elections or the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.Individuals with a reasonable impediment to showing photo ID, a religious objection to being photographed, or who were victims of a declared natural disaster may fill out an exception form instead of providing identification.[52]YesLink
    North DakotaNon-photo ID requiredNorth Dakota requires voters to present identification while voting. Identification must include the voter’s name, current North Dakota residential address, and date of birth. If a voter does not have a form of identification that includes his or her current North Dakota residential address or date of birth, the voter can present accepted supplemental documents.An absentee voter without an acceptable form of ID may use an attester. The attester must provide their name and ID number and sign the absentee ballot application.[53]YesLink
    OhioPhoto ID requiredOhio law requires voters to provide photo identification. Acceptable forms of identification include an Ohio driver's license, an ID card, a U.S. passport, or a U.S. military ID card. Voters can obtaina free state ID card from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.[54]Voters who do not have a photo ID because of a religious objection to being photographed must fill out a provisional ballot and complete an affidavit of religious objection instead of providing ID.[55]YesLink
    OklahomaNon-photo ID requiredOklahoma requires voters to present identification while voting. Valid forms of identification include government-issued photo IDs and county election board voter identification cards (which do not include photographs) that include their name, photo, and an expiration date after the election date.NoneYesLink
    OregonNo ID requiredOregon is anall-mail voting state. When registering to vote, voters must provide their driver's license number or state ID card number. If voters are unable to provide this information, they can provide a copy of another form of acceptable identification that shows their name and current address. Examples of an acceptable form of identification include a valid photo ID, paycheck stub, utility bill, bank statement, or government document.No voter ID lawNoLink
    PennsylvaniaNo ID requiredPennsylvania does not require voters to present identification while voting unless it is required by theHelp America Vote Act.No voter ID lawYesLink
    Rhode IslandPhoto ID requiredPhoto identification is required at the polls in Rhode Island. Accepted IDs include a Rhode Island driver's license or permit, a U.S. passport, cards issued by any federally recognized tribal government, and cards issued by U.S. educational institutions. Voters without a photo ID can obtain one for free from the Rhode Island Department of State.[56]NoneYesLink
    South CarolinaPhoto ID required Voters who have a reasonable impediment to obtaining a photo ID may bring their non-photo voter registration card to the polling place, fill out an affidavit and vote a provisional ballot. The ballot will count unless there is proof the person is lying about their identity or their impediment.[57]NoLink
    South DakotaPhoto ID requiredAll voters in South Dakota must present photo identification at the polls. Approved forms of photo identification include the following: South Dakota driver’s license or nondriver ID card, U.S. government photo ID, U.S. military ID, student photo ID from a South Dakota high school or accredited institution of higher education, or tribal photo ID.[58]Voters without a photo ID can sign a personal identification affidavit under penalty of perjury.[59]YesLink
    TennesseePhoto ID required Individuals who live and vote at a licensed nursing home or assisted living center, and voters who are hospitalized, indigent, or who have a religious objection to being photographed are exempt from the photo ID requirement.YesLink
    TexasPhoto ID requiredTexas requires voters to present a form of photo identification at the polls. Accepted forms of identification include a Texas driver's license or personal identification card, a state handgun license, or a U.S. military ID. Voters who do not have a photo ID can obtain aTexas Election Identification Certificate (EIC) at any Texas driver’s license office.Voters may fill out a reasonable impediment declaration and present a non-photo ID. Voters who have a religious objection to being photographed and victims of a declared natural disaster may vote a provisional ballot and fill out an affidavit swearing to the exemption after the election.[61][62]YesLink
    UtahNon-photo ID requiredFor elections occurring before Jan. 1, 2029, Utah is anall-mail voting state that offers vote centers for voters that choose to vote in person. A voter who wishes to vote in-person must present some form of identification at the polls. The identification does not necessarily need to include a photo. A voter can either present a photo ID that includes his or her name and registered address; a tribal identification card, Bureau of Indian Affairs card, or tribal treaty card; or two forms of non-photo ID that include the voter's name and provide evidence that the voter resides in the voting precinct.[63]NoneYesLink
    VermontNo ID requiredVermont does not generally require identification to vote, except in situations where it is required by theHelp America Vote Act.[64]No voter ID lawNoLink
    VirginiaNon-photo ID requiredVoters in Virginia must present non-photo identification at the polls. Valid identification includes voter registration confirmation documents, a valid Virginia driver's license, a valid United States passport, or a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows the name and address of the voter.Voters who do not show an accepted form of identification may vote a regular ballot if they sign a statement affirming their identity.[65]YesLink
    WashingtonNon-photo ID requiredWashington is anall-mail voting state and does not require voters to present photo identification (ID). Voters may choose to vote in person at a local voting center. According to state law, “The county auditor shall require any person desiring to vote at a voting center to either sign a ballot declaration or provide identification.”Individuals casting a ballot at a voting center can sign a ballot declaration instead of providing identification.[66]YesLink
    West VirginiaPhoto ID requiredWest Virginia requires voters to present photo identification at the polls. Acceptable forms of identification include government-issued IDs, student identification cards that include a photograph and are issued by a high school or institution of higher education in the state, military identifications that contain a photograph, and voter registration cards that include a photograph. Voters over the age of 65 may present an expired ID that is otherwise valid.[67][68][69]Residents who live and vote at a licensed state care facility do not have to provide identification. If a voter does not have identification, an adult who has known the person for at least six months may provide a signed, sworn statement verifying the voter's identity.[70]YesLink
    WisconsinPhoto ID requiredVoters in Wisconsin are required to present photo identification at the polls. Accepted forms include Wisconsin Department of Transportation-issued driver's licenses, identification cards, and receipts, as well as military IDs and U.S. passports. Voters can obtaina free Wisconsin State ID Card at a Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles office.[71]Confidential electors do not have to provide ID. Active military and permanent overseas voters do not have to provide a photo ID when voting by absentee ballot. Indefinitely confined voters and voters in special care facilities can provide a witness signature on the absentee ballot envelope instead of showing ID.[72]YesLink
    WyomingNon-photo ID requiredWyoming requires voters to present identification at the polls. Generally, voters are required to present a photo ID, but there are two exceptions to that requirement—Medicare or Medicaid cards—that expire in 2029. Voters without ID can obtaina free Wyoming identification card from their local Driver Services office.[73]NoneYesLink


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    Footnotes

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