Secretary of State Wes Allen is reminding Alabama voters to bring a valid physical photo ID to the polls as upcoming elections approach, emphasizing the state’s voter identification requirements and election security laws.
In a statement released this week, Allen said Alabama maintains some of the strictest voter ID requirements in the country and pledged continued enforcement of the law.
“My record on photo voter identification requirements is very clear. I have worked hard to ensure that Alabama has some of the most airtight voter ID laws in the nation, and I am proud of the work our State has done to limit voter fraud and protect the integrity of our elections,” Allen said.
“Strict enforcement of photo voter ID laws are a commonsense way to help guarantee that Alabama elections remain secure, transparent, and accountable.”
Under Alabama law, voters must be registered before Election Day and present a valid photo ID before casting a ballot in person.
Accepted forms of identification include Alabama driver licenses, non-driver IDs, Alabama photo voter IDs, U.S. passports, military IDs, tribal IDs and certain government-issued employee or student identification cards. Most IDs must be current or expired less than 60 days.
The Secretary of State’s Office also noted that digital driver licenses and electronic IDs are not accepted for voting purposes. Voters must present a physical form of identification.
State officials additionally clarified that identification cards or driver licenses issued to foreign nationals cannot be used for voting, even if issued by the State of Alabama. Individuals who later become U.S. citizens may need to obtain a qualifying ID before voting.
Allen said the requirements are designed to protect election integrity while ensuring eligible voters can participate in the process.
Voters who do not currently possess an acceptable photo ID may obtain a free Alabama Photo Voter ID card through their local Board of Registrars or through the Secretary of State’s Office, including on Election Day if they are properly registered.
Additional information, including voter ID applications and informational materials, is available through the Alabama Secretary of State’s Office website.
