Last updated: October 11, 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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For specific state-by-state early voting dates for the election on November 5, 2024, see this document.

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 issued by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles Alaska hunting or fishing license US passport or passport card Driver’s license from 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 here.
Arizona	27 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Arizona driver's license or non-operating ID card issued by the Arizona Department of Transportation US 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 here.
Arkansas	15 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. If your ID is expired, it must be expired no more than four years before the date of the election. Acceptable photo IDs include: Arkansas driver’s license or non-driver ID card issued by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration US passport or passport card Arkansas public assistance card Student ID from an accredited Arkansas college or university Military ID Arkansas concealed carry license Learn more here..
California	29 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	If you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. Learn more here.
Colorado	15 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a current ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Colorado driver's license or ID card issued by the Colorado Department of Revenue US passport or passport card Pilot’s license issued by the FAA or other authorized US agency Colorado government employee ID card with a photo Federal employee ID card with a photo US Certificate of Naturalization Veteran ID card with photo Tribal ID with photo Military ID with photo Acceptable non-photo ID includes: Current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. This must be dated within the last 60 days. Certified US 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 here.
Connecticut	15 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show ID when you vote. If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail, you will need to show proof of residence as well. Acceptable IDs include: Current and valid photo identification that shows your name and address Current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or government document that shows your name and address If you are not a first-time voter, acceptable IDs include: Connecticut driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles Social Security card US passport or passport card Tribal ID Military ID Any pre-printed form of ID that shows one of the following combinations: name and address name and signature name and photograph Learn more here.
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 issued by the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles US passport or passport card Signed Social Security card Signed credit card with photo Signed vehicle registration Learn more here.
District of Columbia	8 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	If you’re a first-time voter who registered by mail and didn't provide proof of residence when you registered, you will need to show ID and may need to show proof of residence when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification that shows your name and address; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. Examples of photo ID: Driver’s license issued by the DC DMV ID card issued by the DC DMV
Florida	10 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a current photo ID with a signature when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Florida driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles US passport or passport card Florida concealed weapon license Military ID Student ID card with a photo Public assistance ID card Veterans Health ID card issued by US Department of Veterans Affairs Retirement center ID Neighborhood association ID Debit or credit card with photo Florida government employee ID card with a photo Federal employee ID card with a photo Employee ID card issued by the state of Florida, local government, or the federal government If your photo ID does not include your signature, you will be asked to provide another ID that has your signature. Learn more here.
Georgia	21 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Georgia driver's license issued by the Georgia Department of Driver Services. This ID can be expired. Non-driver ID card issued by the Georgia Department of Driver Services US passport or passport card Student ID from a [Georgia public college or university](https://sos.ga.gov/page/georgia-colleges-and-universities](https://sos.ga.gov/page/georgia-colleges-and-universities) Military ID Tribal ID 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 here.
Hawaii	10 business days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	If you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and didn't provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address Acceptable photo IDs include: Hawaii driver’s license or non-driver ID card issued by the Hawaii Department of Transportation US passport or passport card Military ID Driver’s license from any state
Idaho	15 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID in order to vote at the polls in Idaho. Acceptable photo IDs include: Idaho driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Idaho Transportation Department US passport or passport card Concealed weapons license issued by a county sheriff in Idaho Tribal ID with photo Any photo ID issued by the federal government Learn more here.
Illinois	40 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	If you’re a first-time voter who registered by mail and didn’t provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
Indiana	28 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current or have expired after November 8, 2022. Acceptable photo IDs include: Indiana driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles US passport or passport card Tribal ID Military ID Learn more here.
Iowa	20 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Iowa driver's license or non-operator ID card issued by the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT). This ID must be current or expired within the last 90 days. US passport or passport card Veteran ID Tribal ID 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 utility bill, lease, bank statement, paycheck, or any government document that shows your name and address and is current 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 here.
Kansas	20 days before the election	1 day before Election Day	You must show a current photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Kansas driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Kansas Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Driver’s license from any state US passport or passport card Kansas concealed carry license US passport or passport card Tribal ID Military ID 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 issued by another state with a photo Public assistance ID card issued by a government office Learn more here.
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 issued by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) US passport or passport card Military ID issued by Kentucky National Guard, US Military, or Merchant Marines 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 here.
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 issued by the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) LA Wallet digital driver's license US passport or passport card Military ID Tribal ID Any photo ID that contains your name and signature Learn more here.
Maine	30 days before Election Day	5 days before Election Day	If you are a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
Maryland	12 days before Election Day	5 days before Election Day	If you’re a first-time voter who registered by mail and didn’t provide ID when you registered, you must ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
Massachusetts	17 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	Only first-time voters need to show ID. You can show a driver's license from any state, a US passport or passport card, a tribal ID, a military ID, or any other government-issued photo ID. You can also show an student ID from an accredited college or university. If you don't have a photo ID, you can show a recent utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, or official government document that shows your name and current address.
Michigan	9 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show a current photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Michigan driver’s license or ID card issued by the Michigan Bureau of Motor Vehicles Driver’s license from any state US passport or passport card Military ID Tribal ID Student ID with a photo by any school in any state Any photo ID issued by the state of Michigan, local government, or federal government Learn more here.
Minnesota	46 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	If you registered by mail or are voting for the first time in Minnesota, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. If you have not voted in four years or more, you must show proof of residence when you vote. Learn more here.
Mississippi	N/A	N/A	N/A
Missouri	14 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Missouri driver's license or non-driver license. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. US 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 here.
Montana	30 days before the election	1 day before Election Day	You must show a current ID when you vote. Accepted photo IDs include: Montana driver's license or ID card issued by the MT Motor Vehicle Division Montana concealed carry permit US passport or passport card Military ID Tribal ID Acceptable non-photo ID includes a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows the name and address of the voter. Learn more here.
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 ID card issued by the Nebraska DMV US passport or passport card Military ID Tribal ID Hospital, assisted-living facility, nursing home, or any other skilled care facility ID Any photo ID issued by the state of Nebraska or a local government in Nebraska Learn more here.
Nevada	17 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	If you are a first-time voter, you must show ID. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
New Hampshire	N/A	N/A	N/A
New Jersey	10 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	If you registered by mail, are voting for the first time in your county in New Jersey, or didn’t provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
New Mexico	28 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	If you’re a first-time voter who registered by mail and did not provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. Additionally, some municipal jurisdictions in New Mexico require ID for all voters in local elections. This includes the city of Rio Rancho.
New York	10 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	If you’re a first-time voter who did not provide ID when you registered, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address.
North Carolina	19 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. The 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. Acceptable photo IDs include: North Carolina driver’s license or non-operator ID issued by the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NC DMV) 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) US passport or passport card College or university student ID approved by the State Board of Elections Military ID Tribal ID North Carolina government employee ID card with a photo approved by the State Board of Elections Learn more here.
North Dakota	Varies by county	Varies by county	You must show ID when you vote. The ID must be current and include name, address, and your date of birth. Acceptable IDs include: North Dakota driver’s license or non-driver ID issued by the North Dakota Department of Transportation Tribal ID or Tribal letter Long Term Care Certificate issued by a facility in ND 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 here.
Ohio	28 days before Election Day	2 days before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Ohio driver's license or ID card issued by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) Interim ID form issued by the Ohio BMV US passport or passport card Military ID Ohio National Guard ID card US Department of Veterans Affairs ID card Learn more here.
Oklahoma	6 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Oklahoma driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS) US passport or passport card Tribal ID Military ID Learn more here.
Oregon	N/A	N/A	N/A
Pennsylvania	Varies by county	7 days before Election Day	When voting at a polling place for the first time, you must show ID. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. Examples of photo ID: Pennsylvania driver’s license or PennDOT ID card US passport or passport card Military ID Student ID card with a photo Tribal ID Employee ID card with a photo Any photo ID issued by the federal government This requirement applies only for the first time you appear to vote in a particular election district/polling place. You will not have to show ID again unless you move and are assigned to a new polling place.
Rhode Island	20 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a photo ID when you vote. The ID must be current or have expired within 6 months of the election. Accepted photo IDs include: Rhode Island driver's license/permit or non-driver ID card issued by the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) US passport or passport card Military ID Tribal ID Any photo ID card issued by the state of Rhode Island or federal government Government-issued medical card with a photo Learn more here.
South Carolina	15 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a current government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: South Carolina driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the SC Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) US passport or passport card South Carolina concealed weapons permit Federal Military ID Learn more here.
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 issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) US passport or passport card U.S. Armed Forces ID Tribal ID Any photo ID issued by the federal government Learn more here.
Tennessee	20 days before Election Day	5 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. The ID can be current or expired. Acceptable photo IDs include: Tennessee driver's license or ID card issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Tennessee handgun carry permit with your photo US passport or passport card Military ID Any photo ID issued by the state of Tennessee or federal government Learn more here.
Texas	17 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. If you are under 70, the ID must be current or expired no more than 4 years. If you're over 70, an expired photo ID is fine. Acceptable photo IDs include: Texas driver's license or personal identification card issued by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) US passport or passport card Military ID Texas Election ID certificate issued by Texas DPS Texas Handgun License issued by Texas DPS US Citizenship Certificate Learn more here.
Utah	14 days before Election Day	4 days before Election Day	You must show a government-issued photo ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: Utah driver's license or non-driver ID card issued by the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) Utah concealed carry permit US passport or passport card Tribal ID. This ID does not require a photograph Military ID 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 of federal government Current Utah vehicle registration Social Security card Certified US 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. Learn more here.
Vermont	45 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	If you're a first-time voter who registered by mail, you must show ID when you vote. Acceptable forms of ID include: a current and valid photo identification; or a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. Examples of photo ID: Vermont driver’s license or non-driver ID card issued by the Vermont DMV Driver’s license from any state US passport or passport card
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 1 year. Acceptable photo IDs include: Virginia driver's license issued by the DMV. This ID can be current or expired, with no restrictions on expiration date. Virginia non-driver ID card issued by the DMV US passport or passport card Tribal ID. This ID must be issued by one of the 11 tribes recognized by Virginia. Military ID Employee ID with a photo Any photo ID issued by the state of Virginia, local government, or the federal government Acceptable non-photo ID includes a utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address. These must be dated within 1 year. Learn more here.
Washington	18 days before Election Day	1 day before Election Day	You must show a current photo ID or sign a ballot declaration when you vote. If your signature doesn’t match your voter records, you may be asked to show a photo ID. Acceptable photo IDs include: Washington state driver's license, permit, or non-driver ID card issued by the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) US passport or passport card Tribal ID
West Virginia	13 days before Election Day	3 days before Election Day	You must show a current ID when you vote. Acceptable photo IDs include: West Virginia driver's license or ID issued by the WV DMV Driver's license issued by another state US passport or passport card West Virginia concealed carry (pistol/revolver) permit Acceptable non-photo IDs include: Medicare card or Social Security card US birth certificate WV hunting or fishing license WV SNAP ID card WV TANF program ID card WV Medicaid ID card Bank or debit card WV government employee ID Federal employee ID Military ID card 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 However, if you are a first-time voter, you can only show a current photo ID, utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other official government document that shows your name and address. Learn more here.
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 Wisconsin DOT-issued ID card. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. US passport or passport card. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. Military ID. This ID must be current or have expired after Nov 8, 2022. Tribal ID. This ID can be used even if it expired before Nov 8, 2022. Current Veterans Affairs Card US Certificate of Naturalization issued within 2 years Current ID card receipt from Wisconsin DOT (dated within 45 days) Current driving receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT Current identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT 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. The ID must be current or be expired no more than 2 years from the issue date. If the ID is expired, the voter must also prove current enrollment. Learn more here.
Wyoming	45 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 issued by the Driver’s license from another state US passport or passport card. This ID must be current. Tribal ID Military ID Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit. This ID must be current. Acceptable non-photo IDs include: Medicare insurance card. This ID must be current. Medicaid insurance card. This ID must be current. Learn more here.