VOTER REGISTRATION

Register Online

It's now quick and easy to register to vote online! You will need your MN Driver's License or ID number, or the last four numbers of your Social Security number. Click here to register online.

Register on Paper

You can download and print forms in English and other languages to register on paper through the Secretary of State's website. You can mail the completed form to the below addresses:

Secretary of State

60 Empire Drive

Suite 100

St. Paul, MN 55103

Washington County Elections

14949 62nd Street North

P.O.Box 6

Stillwater, MN 55082

Register on Election Day

You can register on Election Day in MN. You will need to bring one proof of residence listed below:

ID with current name and address

1. Valid Minnesota driver’s license, learner’s permit or ID; or a receipt for any of these.
2. Tribal ID with name, address, photo and signature.

Photo ID and a document with current name and address

1. Approved photo IDs (choose one)
   1. Driver's license, state ID or learner’s permit issued by any state
   2. U.S. Passport
   3. U.S. Military or Veteran ID
   4. Tribal ID with name, signature and photo
   5. Minnesota university, college or technical college ID
   6. Minnesota high school ID
2. Approved documents (choose one and they can be shown on electronic device.
   1. Bill, account or start-of-service statement due or dated within 30 days of the election for:
      1. Phone, TV or internet
      2. Solid waste, sewer, electric, gas or water
      3. Banking or credit card
      4. Rent or mortgage
   2. Residential lease or rent agreement valid through Election Day
   3. Current student fee statement

Registered voter who can confirm your address

A registered voter from your precinct can go with you to the polling place to sign an oath confirming your address. This is known as 'vouching.' A registered voter can vouch for up to eight voters. You cannot vouch for others if someone vouched for you.

College student ID with housing list

Colleges and universities send election officials a student housing list. If you are on the list, show your college photo ID to complete your registration.

Valid registration in the same precinct

If you are registered in the precinct but changed names or moved within the same precinct, you only need to tell the election judge your previous name or address.

Notice of Late Registration

If you registered to vote within 20 days of the election, you may get a Notice of Late Registration in the mail. Bring it with you and use it as your proof of residence to register.

Staff person of a residential facility

If you live in a residential facility, a staff person can go with you to the polling place to confirm your address. This is known as 'vouching.' A staff person can vouch for all eligible voters living in the facility. The staff person must prove their employment at the facility. There are several ways to do this, including by showing an employee badge. Click here to learn more.

Check your registration

Click here to check the your registration.

Visit the Secretary of State's website for more information on registering to vote.