New Rules: Show Photo ID to Vote from 4 May
The Government has slammed in a new rule for voters: from 4 May, you must bring photo ID to cast your ballot at polling stations. No ID, no vote.
On arrival, polling staff will ask for your name and address exactly as on the electoral register. Then, you’ll have to prove who you are with an approved photo ID. Got one already? Great. If not, read on.
What Photo IDs Count?
Here’s what you can use to get past the gates:
- International Travel: UK or Channel Islands passports, Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, EEA states or Commonwealth countries.
- Driving & Parking: UK driving licences (including provisional), Channel Islands, Isle of Man, EEA licences and even a Blue Badge.
- Local Travel: Older Person’s Bus Pass, Disabled Person’s Bus Pass, Oyster 60+ Card, Freedom Pass.
- Age Proof: PASS card bearing the Proof of Age Standards Scheme hologram.
- Government Documents: Biometric immigration documents, Ministry of Defence ID (Form 90), National ID cards from EEA states.
Need the full official list for Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland? Check out 123.
You can also pop to the Customer Service Centre at your Town Hall for help or to grab a paper form if needed.
Postal Voters: No Change
If you vote by post, don’t sweat it. No photo ID is needed this May. Want to apply for a postal vote? Get your application in by 5pm, Tuesday 18 April 2023.
