Maryland

Maryland does not require ID to vote. You must verify your identity when you register to vote. 

 

Learn About Voting In Person
Learn About Voting By Mail

Voter Registration in Maryland

Maryland Voter Eligibility Requirements

You must register before you can vote in Maryland.

You are eligible to vote in Maryland. if you meet all of the following requirements:

  • You are a citizen of the United States. (Note: Some municipalities allow non-citizen residents to vote in local elections.) 
  • You a resident of Maryland.
  • You are at least 18 years of age on Election Day. 

Maryland Voter Registration ID Requirements

To register to vote:

  • You must provide your driver’s license number or state ID card number if you have one.
  • If you do not have either of these IDs, you can use the last 4 digits of your Social Security number (SSN).
  • If you do not have a Social Security number, then leave that space blank on your registration form.

If you don’t provide any of these numbers or the state can’t match the number you provide to official records, you will have to show an accepted form of ID the first time you vote.

You can use one of the following:

  • Unexpired photo ID (driver’s license, state ID card, passport, etc.)
  • Current utility bill, bank statement, or government document

Maryland ID Requirements for Voting In Person

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Frequently Asked Questions

You may register to vote and cast a ballot on the same day during any early voting period at your local county Early Voting Center, or at your local county Election Day Voting Center on Election Day. You must show proof of residence, which may include the following:

  • Your MVA-issued driver’s license, ID card, or change of address card
  • Your paycheck, bank statement, utility bill, or other government document with your name and address.

Maryland ID Requirements for Voting By Mail

Any registered voter can vote by mail in Maryland. You don’t have to give a reason why you can’t vote in person.

You will be notified if you need to provide ID with your ballot.

Note that the signature on your ballot must match your signature on file with the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In elections after October 1, 2023, you will be able to correct mistakes relating to your signature on your mail-in ballot. Election officials must notify you and then provide you with an opportunity to correct the signature mistake and have your ballot counted. You will be able to send a digital picture of your signature.