You may be asked to show identification when you check in at your polling place for any of the following reasons:
- You are voting for the first time in Massachusetts in a federal election;
- You are an inactive voter;
- You are casting a provisional or challenged ballot;
- The poll worker has a reasonable suspicion that leads them to request identification.
Acceptable identification must include your name and the address at which you are registered to vote. Examples of acceptable identification include:
- a driver’s license
- state-issued ID card
- recent utility bill
- rent receipt
- lease
- a copy of a voter registration affidavit
- any other printed identification which contains the voter’s name and address
It’s a good idea to bring identification when you go to the polls.
You are never required to show a photo ID to vote in Massachusetts.
For additional information on identification requirements and provisional ballots, see the Secretary of State’s website here. Elections: Identification Requirements (state.ma.us)
Voters can call or text 844-338-8743 at any time to reach VoteRiders Voter ID Helpline.
