Last updated: November 4, 2024

Early voting dates

Early voting takes place in person before Election Day. You do not need an excuse to vote early: if your state offers early voting, you can simply choose to take advantage of it. If you have any question about early voting, please contact your local election office.

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State	Early voting starts	Early voting ends	What to bring
Alabama	N/A	N/A	N/A
Alaska	15 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Alaska driver's license or non-driver ID card Alaska hunting or fishing license with a photo U.S. passport or passport card Driver’s license from any state Current student ID with a photo issued by any school in any state Any photo ID issued by the state of Alaska, the federal government, or another state Acceptable non-photo ID includes a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. Learn more.
Arizona	27 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Arizona driver's license or non-operating ID card U.S. passport or passport card Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Any photo ID issued by the state of Arizona, the federal government, or another state Alternatively, you can show 2 official documents containing your name and address. Acceptable documents include a current utility bill, current bank statement (within 90 days of the election), Indian census card, a property tax statement, or current Arizona vehicle registration. Learn more.
Arkansas	15 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Arkansas driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Arkansas public assistance card Student ID with a photo from an accredited Arkansas college or university Military ID with a photo Arkansas concealed carry license If your ID is expired, it must be expired no more than four years before the date of the election. Learn more.
California	29 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address. Learn more.
Colorado	15 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Colorado driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Pilot’s license issued by the FAA or other authorized U.S. agency Colorado government employee ID card with a photo Federal employee ID card with a photo U.S. Certificate of Naturalization Veteran ID card with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Student ID with a photo issued by a Colorado institute of higher education Acceptable non-photo ID includes: Recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address. This must be dated within the last 60 days. Certified U.S. birth certificate Medicare or Medicaid card issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Certificate of Degree of Indian or Alaskan Native Blood Learn more.
Connecticut	15 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable IDs include: Connecticut driver's license or non-driver ID card Social Security card U.S. passport or passport card Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Any current and valid photo identification that shows your name and address, name and signature, or name and photograph If you're a first-time voter, you will also need to show proof of residence. If your ID has your current address, it works as your identity and residence documents. Acceptable proof of residence includes a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address. Learn more.
Delaware	At least 10 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable IDs include: Delaware driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Signed Social Security card Signed credit card with photo Signed vehicle registration Student ID with a photo or signature Learn more.
District of Columbia	8 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Florida	10 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Florida driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Florida concealed weapon license Military ID with a photo Student ID with a photo and signature Public assistance ID card Veterans Health ID card issued by US Department of Veterans Affairs Retirement center ID with a photo Neighborhood association ID with a photo Debit or credit card with a photo Florida government employee ID card with a photo Federal employee ID card with a photo If your photo ID does not include your signature, you will be asked to provide another ID that has your signature. Learn more.
Georgia	21 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Georgia driver's license. This ID can be used even if expired. Georgia non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Student ID with a photo from a Georgia public college or university Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Georgia government employee ID card with a photo Federal employee ID card with a photo Driver’s license from any state Any photo ID card issued by the state of Georgia, the federal government, or another state Learn more.
Hawaii	10 business days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Idaho	15 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Idaho driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Concealed weapons license with a photo issued by a county sheriff in Idaho Tribal ID with photo Any photo ID issued by the federal government Learn more.
Illinois	40 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Indiana	28 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day at 12PM	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Indiana driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Student ID with a photo from Indiana state schools (not private institutions) The ID must be current or have expired after November 8, 2022. Learn more.
Iowa	20 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Iowa driver's license or non-operator ID card. This ID must be current or expired within the last 90 days. U.S. passport or passport card Veteran ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Current student ID with a photo and expiration date issued by Iowa high schools and colleges If your photo ID does not show your current address, you must also bring a document that shows your name and address, such as a recent utility bill, lease, bank statement, paycheck, or any government document that shows your name and current address (dated within 45 days). If you do not have an ID, another registered voter may sign a form confirming your identity or you may show your Election Day Registration documents. Learn more.
Kansas	20 days before the election	1 day before Election Day at 12PM	You must show a photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Kansas driver's license or non-driver ID card Driver’s license from any state U.S. passport or passport card Kansas concealed carry license Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Kansas government employee ID card with a photo Federal employee ID card with a photo Any employee ID issued by a government office with a photo Concealed carry license with a photo issued by another state Public assistance ID card with a photo issued by a government office Current student ID with a photo issued by an accredited college or university in Kansas. If your student ID does not show an expiration date, it is considered current. Learn more.
Kentucky	5 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Kentucky driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Military ID issued with a photo by Kentucky National Guard, U.S. Military, or U.S. Merchant Marine Student ID with photo issued by colleges, universities, or postgraduate technical or professional schools in any state Any photo ID issued by a local government in Kentucky Any photo ID issued by the state of Kentucky or the federal government Learn more.
Louisiana	18 days before Election Day	7 days before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Louisiana driver's license or special ID Louisiana Wallet digital driver's license U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Any photo ID that contains your name and signature Learn more.
Maine	30 days before Election Day	5 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Maryland	12 days before Election Day	5 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Massachusetts	17 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Michigan	10 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Michigan driver’s license or non-driver ID card Driver’s license from any state U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Current student ID with a photo from any school in the U.S. Any photo ID issued by the state of Michigan, local government, or federal government Learn more.
Minnesota	46 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Mississippi	N/A	N/A	N/A
Missouri	14 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Missouri driver's license or non-driver ID card. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. U.S. passport or passport card Any other photo ID card issued by the state of Missouri or the federal government. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. Learn more.
Montana	30 days before the election	1 day before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Montana driver's license or non-driver ID card Montana concealed carry permit U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Student ID with a photo Acceptable non-photo ID includes a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address. Learn more.
Nebraska	30 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Nebraska driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Hospital, assisted-living facility, nursing home, or any other skilled care facility ID with a photo Student ID with a photo issued by a Nebraska public school district or postsecondary institution Any photo ID issued by the state of Nebraska or a local government in Nebraska Learn more.
Nevada	17 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
New Hampshire	N/A	N/A	N/A
New Jersey	10 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
New Mexico	28 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
New York	10 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
North Carolina	19 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day at 3PM	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: North Carolina driver’s license or non-driver ID Driver’s license or non-driver ID from another state, District of Columbia, or U.S. territory (only if voter registered in North Carolina within 90 days of the election) U.S. passport or passport card Student ID issued by a college or university approved by the State Board of Elections Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo North Carolina government employee ID card with a photo approved by the State Board of Elections Your ID must be current, unless it expired within one year OR you are 65 or older. If you are 65 or older, you may use an expired ID if it was unexpired on your 65th birthday. Learn more.
North Dakota	Varies by county	Varies by county	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable IDs include: North Dakota driver’s license or non-driver ID Tribal ID or Tribal letter Long Term Care Certificate issued by a facility in North Dakota The ID must be current and include your name, address, and date of birth. If your ID does not include the required information or the information is not current, you may show your ID alongside a document with the required or updated information. Supplemental documentation that will be accepted includes a current bank statement or utility bill, paycheck or pay stub, and government check. Learn more.
Ohio	28 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Ohio driver's license or non-driver ID card Interim ID form issued by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Ohio National Guard ID card with a photo U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ID card Learn more.
Oklahoma	6 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day at 2PM	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Oklahoma driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Learn more.
Oregon	N/A	N/A	N/A
Pennsylvania	Varies by county	7 days before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address. This requirement applies if you are voting in Pennsylvania for the first time or if you are voting at a new polling place. Learn more.
Rhode Island	20 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Accepted photo IDs include: Rhode Island driver's license, permit, or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Any photo ID card issued by the state of Rhode Island or the federal government Government-issued medical card with a photo Student ID with a photo from any school in the U.S. The ID must be current or have expired within 6 months of the election. Learn more.
South Carolina	15 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: South Carolina driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card South Carolina concealed weapons permit U.S. Military ID with a photo Learn more.
South Dakota	46 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: South Dakota driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card U.S. Armed Forces ID with a photo Tribal ID with a photo Any photo ID issued by the federal government Current student ID with a photo from South Dakota high schools and South Dakota-accredited institutions of higher education. Learn more.
Tennessee	20 days before Election Day	5 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Tennessee driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Tennessee handgun carry permit with a photo Military ID with a photo Any photo ID issued by the state of Tennessee or federal government Learn more.
Texas	17 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Texas driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Military ID with a photo Texas Election ID certificate Texas Handgun License U.S. Citizenship Certificate If you are under 70, your ID must be current or expired no more than 4 years. If you're over 70, you may present an expired photo ID. Learn more.
Utah	14 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Utah driver's license or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Utah concealed carry permit Tribal ID. This ID does not require a photograph Military ID with a photo Any photo ID issued by the state of Utah or the federal government Alternatively, you can show 2 official documents that prove your name and address when combined. Acceptable documents includes: Current utility bill (within 90 days of the election) Current bank statement Check issued by the state of Utah or the federal government Current Utah vehicle registration Social Security card Certified U.S. birth certificate Utah hunting or fishing license Indian census card Bureau of Indian Affairs card Tribal treaty card Any ID issued by a local government in Utah Medicare or Medicaid card or Electronic Benefits Transfer card Employee ID Certified naturalization documents. This does not include a green card. Student ID issued by a Utah college, university, technical school, or professional school Learn more.
Vermont	45 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	First-time voters must show ID when they vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address.
Virginia	45 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current or have expired within one year. Acceptable photo IDs include: Virginia driver's license. This ID can be current or expired, with no restrictions on expiration date. Virginia non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Tribal ID with a photo. This ID must be issued by one of the 11 tribes recognized by Virginia. Military ID with a photo Employee ID with a photo Student ID with a photo issued by a Virginia public or private high school or any higher education institution in the U.S. This ID must be current or expired within 12 months. Any photo ID issued by the state of Virginia, local government, or the federal government Acceptable non-photo ID includes a recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and current address. These must be dated within one year. Learn more.
Washington	18 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: Washington driver's license, permit, or non-driver ID card U.S. passport or passport card Tribal ID with a photo Student ID with a photo If you do not show a government-issued photo ID, you may instead sign a ballot declaration when you vote.
West Virginia	13 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current. Acceptable photo IDs include: West Virginia driver's license or non-driver ID card Driver's license issued by another state U.S. passport or passport card West Virginia concealed carry (pistol/revolver) permit Current student ID with photo Acceptable non-photo IDs include: Medicare card or Social Security card U.S. birth certificate West Virginia hunting or fishing license West Virginia SNAP ID card West Virginia TANF program ID card West Virginia Medicaid ID card Bank or debit card West Virginia government employee ID Federal employee ID Military ID Bank or debit card Health insurance card Any document issued by the state of West Virginia or federal government that displays the voter's name Utility bill or bank statement issued within 6 months If you are a first-time voter, you must show a current photo ID; or recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other official government document that shows your name and current address. Learn more.
Wisconsin	Varies by municipality	Varies by municipality	You must show a photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Wisconsin driver's license or non-driver ID card. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. U.S. passport or passport card. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. Military ID with a photo. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. Tribal ID with a photo. This ID can be used even if it expired before Nov 8, 2022. Current Veterans Affairs Card U.S. Certificate of Naturalization issued within 2 years Current ID card receipt from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (dated within 45 days) Current driving receipt issued by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Current identification card receipt issued by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Student ID with a photo from a Wisconsin accredited university or college. It must show your name, photo, signature, an issue date and an expiration date. Your ID must be current or be expired no more than 2 years from the issue date. If your student ID is expired, you must also prove current enrollment. Learn more.
Wyoming	28 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Wyoming driver's license or non-driver ID card Driver’s license from another state U.S. passport or passport card. This ID must be current. Tribal ID with a photo Military ID with a photo Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit. This ID must be current. Student ID with a photo from the University of Wyoming, Wyoming Community College, or a Wyoming public school Acceptable non-photo IDs include: Medicare insurance card. This ID must be current. Medicaid insurance card. This ID must be current. Learn more.