Voter ID

The requirement to show accepted photo identification when voting in person in some UK elections.

Also used as: voter identification, photo ID, photographic ID, voter photo ID, Voter Authority Certificate

Source / explainer: Read GOV.UK guidance on photo ID for voting

Last reviewed: 21 August 2026

Voter ID refers to the requirement to show accepted photo identification when voting in person in some UK elections. It affects voters attending a polling station and is separate from postal voting. The term is important for practical election guides and by-election explainers.

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