How to vote in Wisconsin

To register in Wisconsin you must:

• be a citizen of the United States
• be a resident of Wisconsin for at least 28 days
• be 18 years old by Election Day
• if you have been convicted of a felony, you must have completed parole and probation
• not be incapable of understanding the objective of the elective process or be under guardianship
• If you register to vote by mail, you must send a proof‐of‐residence document with your complete first and last name and residential address, such as a copy of your current and valid Wisconsin driver license or state ID card, real estate tax bill, utility bill no older than 90 days, bank statement, paycheck or paystub, or a check or document issued by any government agency. A full list of acceptable documents is available at [elections.wi.gov](http:// elections.wi.gov). ** If you forget to send this document, you will likely have to register again at the polls on Election Day and show your proof of residency then.**

1. Download and fill out the National Voter Registration Form.
2. For Box 6 (ID Number): Enter your Wisconsin driver license or DOT-issued ID card number. If you don't have one, enter the last 4 digits of your social security number. If you don't have any of these numbers, write "NONE" in the box.
3. For Box 7 (Choice of Party): Not required
4. For Box 8 (Race or Ethnic Group): Not required
5. Print, date, and sign the form.
6. Make a photocopy of your proof of residency to include with your voter registration form. Proof of residency include a bank statement, utility bill, paycheck, or any government document that shows your name and Wisconsin address.
7. Mail your voter registration form and your proof of residency to your local election office. You'll find the mailing address here.

If you have been convicted of a felony and would like to register to vote, please visit Restore Your Vote. They will help you determine your eligibility and guide you through the process.

Absentee ballots and mail ballots are the same thing, and the process for getting one is straight forward.

1. Request your ballot by the deadline
2. Receive your in ballot in the mail
3. Return your ballot by the deadline

Any registered Wisconsin voter can request an absentee ballot and vote by mail.

You must show a photo ID issued by the State of Wisconsin or the Federal Government when voting in person. You can also show a tribal ID. You can show a student ID as long as it was issued by an accredited Wisconsin college or university, and shows your name, photo, signature, issue date, and expiration date. If your student ID is expired, you must prove that you are currently enrolled in the school by showing a current enrollment verification letter, class schedule, tuition fee receipt, or certified campus housing list that shows your name.

You must show a photo ID issued by the State of Wisconsin or the Federal Government when voting in person. You can also show a tribal ID. You can show a student ID as long as it was issued by an accredited Wisconsin college or university, and shows your name, photo, signature, issue date, and expiration date. If your student ID is expired, you must prove that you are currently enrolled in the school by showing a current enrollment verification letter, class schedule, tuition fee receipt, or certified campus housing list that shows your name.

• Online applications: you will need to upload a photo of your ID if you are voting in Wisconsin for the first time. Acceptable forms of ID include any ID issued by the State of Wisconsin or the Federal Government, or a non-expired student ID card issued by an accredited Wisconsin college or university.
• Paper applications: you will need to include a photocopy of your ID if you are voting in Wisconsin for the first time. Acceptable forms of ID include any ID issued by the State of Wisconsin or the Federal Government, or a non-expired student ID card issued by an accredited Wisconsin college or university.

Your signature on the return envelope will be compared to the signature on your voter registration card to ensure they match. If you forget to sign the return envelope, your ballot might be rejected. You must also have your voted ballot signed by a witness who is at least 18 years old.

You can register to vote online if you have a Wisconson driver license, driver permit, or nondriver photo ID card.

Bring your Wisconsin driver's license or state ID card with you. If you don't have one, bring one photo ID issued by any state or the Federal Government, and bring one document that shows your name and current address. Acceptable documents include a recent utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, residential lease, or any government document that shows your name and address.