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.
Voter ID
in Massachusetts
Do all voters need ID?
No
ID required for first time voters?
Yes
ID required when voting absentee?
No
Acceptable ID Types for Massachusetts
Massachusetts 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;
- Copy of photo ID
- A Massachusetts driver’s license or state ID card
- A utility bill
- rent receipt
- lease
- copy of voter registration affidavit
- Any other official document bearing the voter’s name and address
Voter ID Details
If this is your first time voting and you registered to vote by mail, you will need to provide identification. We recommend you bring a photo ID with your current address and/or an official piece of mail with your current address.
What happens when you go to vote without an ID
You can vote using a provisional ballot.
Trans and Non-Binary Voters
Click here for state specific information for updating your ID and voter registration.
More Questions? Get Chat Help
Visit our friends at VoteRiders for detailed state specific information. (Note: this link will take you to the VoteRiders chatbot on Facebook Messenger.)
