Options for Voting in Iowa
In Iowa, registered voters may vote by mail or vote in person.
Iowa Voter Information
The Iowa Secretary of State’s Office offers comprehensive information about voting in Iowa at VoterReady. Find information about registering to vote, voter identification requirements and examples, critical dates and deadlines, and other voter resources such as accommodations for voters with disabilities.
Iowa Voting ID Requirements
Iowa voters are required to show an Iowa driver’s license or non-operator ID, U.S. passport, U.S. military ID or veteran’s ID, tribal ID/document or Iowa voter ID card at the polls before they vote. A voter without one of the listed forms of ID may have the voter’s identity attested to by another registered voter in the precinct or may prove identity and residence using Election Day Registration documents. Voters without the necessary ID or an attester will be offered a provisional ballot and can provide ID up until the time of the county canvass of votes (Monday after election day for General Elections). More information about voter ID requirements can be found on the Iowa Secretary of State’s webpage - Voter ID FAQ.
Students, you will receive your proof of residency in your student email account prior to the election. You will be allowed to provide this proof digitally at the polling location.