New Hampshire
1 Check ID Rules
Voting in Person
New Hampshire requests photo ID to vote in person. If you don’t have an accepted photo ID, you may have your identity confirmed by an election official.
Accepted Photo IDs
Ok if expired up to 5 years (or more time after 65th birthday)
- Driver’s license issued by any state
- State ID card issued by any state
- New Hampshire voter ID (issued by DMV)
- US passport or passport card
- Military identification
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don’t have the right ID to vote in New Hampshire?
If you cannot present an accepted photo ID at the polls, election officials can verify your identity through the state’s voter database or personal knowledge of you.
Can I use a digital or mobile ID to vote in New Hampshire?
You may be able to use a digital or electronic copy of your ID to vote in New Hampshire.
Do I need a “REAL ID” to vote in New Hampshire?
You do not need a “REAL ID” to vote in New Hampshire.
REAL ID is a set of national security standards for states to follow when they issue driver’s licenses and state ID cards. Your ID will show a star if it meets REAL ID standards.
Applying for a REAL ID requires you to appear in person with a variety of documents to prove your identity.
Visit the New Hampshire DMV to find out exactly what is required to get a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID card.
Voting by Mail
Absentee ballots in New Hampshire are only for some voters.
Requesting an Absentee Ballot
You must provide ID when applying for an absentee ballot, or notarize your absentee ballot application.
You can:
- Include a copy of a photo ID accepted for voting
- Present an accepted photo ID at your city or town clerk’s office
- Notarize the signature on your absentee ballot application
Returning an Absentee Ballot
ID is not required with your completed ballot.
2 Register
New Hampshire Voter Registration Requirements
You must register before you can vote in New Hampshire.
You are eligible to vote in New Hampshire if you meet all of the following requirements:
- You are a citizen of the United States.
- You are a resident of New Hampshire.
- You are at least 18 years of age on Election Day.
You cannot register to vote in New Hampshire if:
- You are currently incarcerated for a felony conviction.
New Hampshire requires you to present documents proving your age, citizenship, identity, and residency when registering to vote. Documents can be provided physically or electronically.
Proof of Citizenship
You can use any of the following documents to prove your US citizenship:
- Birth certificate
- Passport or passport card
- Naturalization documents
- Other accepted documentation of US citizenship
Proof of Residency
Your proof of residency must show your name and voter registration address.
If you have one of the following documents, present it when registering to vote:
- New Hampshire driver’s license
- New Hampshire state ID card
- New Hampshire vehicle registration
- Photo ID issued by government (with current address)
- Government check, benefits document, or tax document
If you do not have any of the documents listed above, you can sign a form and provide an alternate proof of residency. Alternate options include:
- Document or website from your school listing your name and address (address can be on or off campus)
- Rental agreement, lease, or property deed
- Utility bill, government document, or USPS form (including new address confirmation email)
- School enrollment documents for your child
- Note from homeless shelter or other service provider confirming they will receive US mail sent to you at address
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I register and vote on the same day in New Hampshire?
Yes, New Hampshire allows you to register and vote at your polling place on Election Day. You must provide proof of citizenship, age, and residency to register.
You also need to show a photo ID that is accepted for voting.
Can I register to vote in New Hampshire if I have been convicted of a crime?
Each state has its own laws about whether citizens with previous criminal convictions can vote.
To check your eligibility to register to vote in New Hampshire, use Restore Your Vote.
Can I register to vote in New Hampshire if I attend college in New Hampshire ?
College students are allowed to vote using their New Hampshire school residence address. You can decide if you prefer to register in your home state or in New Hampshire if you attend school there. You may only be registered and vote in one location.
Student ID cannot be used for voter registration in New Hampshire.
Register to Vote in New Hampshire
Submit the form below to register in New Hampshire.
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