VIRGINIA Voter ID Information

VoteRiders can help you exercise your democratic right to vote in Virginia. We are experts in helping eligible voters obtain valid ID for voting. It can be confusing to understand Virginia's voter ID requirements, so we provide updated resources and free assistance to help you with voter ID questions including how to replace your expired ID cards, how to obtain the documents needed to secure your ID, and how to correct errors in your birth certificate. 

For questions or help obtaining VA ID to vote, call VoteRiders’ toll-free Voter ID Helpline: 844-338-8743.

Concise guide to voter ID rules in Virginia

Photo ID - show ONE:

• VA driver's license or US passport*
• Student ID issued by VA-located institution of higher ed or any private school*
• Employee ID issued in ordinary course of business**
• Tribal ID**
• VA Voter Photo ID Card+
• Issued by VA, VA subdivision, or US

* current or expired no more than 12 months
** expired no more than 12 months; valid even if no expiration date
+ no restriction since no expiration date; temporary ID available if election in less than 21 days

Detailed Virginia Voter ID Guide

• Free Printable: VA Voter ID Info wallet card
  (tarjeta en español)
• Verify your VA voter registration status and polling place.
• More Info: Virginia Department of Elections