Voter ID
in New York

Many states now require Voter ID at the polls in order to vote. Find out your state's ID requirements so you know what to bring with you to cast your ballot.

Do all voters need ID?
No

ID required for first time voters?
No

ID required when voting absentee?
No

Acceptable ID Types for New York

New York voters are not required to show ID at the polls or by mail.

First time voters who did not provide their DL number or SSN when registering to vote will need to provide one of the following forms of identification when voting;

In Person: Photo ID or proof of residence
By Mail: Copy of photo ID or proof of residence

Valid Forms of Identification include;

Photo IDs that have photograph and name

Driver’s license or state issued ID card
Passport
Employee ID card
Credit or Debit card
Military ID
Student ID
Health Club ID
Insurance Plan ID card
Public Housing ID Card

“Non-photo” IDs that have name and address

Utility Bill
Bank Statement
Government check
Government Paycheck
Document Issued by a governmental agency

What happens when you go to vote without an ID

You will be able to cast a normal ballot alongside all other voters.

Trans and Non-Binary Voters

Click here for state specific information for updating your ID and voter registration.

Acceptable ID Types for New York

What happens when you go to vote without an ID

Trans and Non-Binary Voters

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