Valid photo IDs you can use
The UK Government has made a new rule that requires voters to show photo ID when they vote at polling stations. This only applies to UK General Elections. You will not need photo ID for future Scottish Parliament elections or local elections.
Most people already have a valid photo ID. We don’t want you to be left out when it comes voting in the next UK General Election so please check if your photo ID is valid or apply for a Voter Authority Certificate online on the Electoral Commission's website.
Valid photo IDs
You may already have a valid form of photo ID that can be used for voting in the next UK General Election. Acceptable documents include
- Passport issued by
- UK
- any Channel Islands
- Isle of Man
- a British Overseas Territory
- EEA state
- Commonwealth country (including an Irish Passport Card)
- Driving licence (including provisional licence) issued by
- UK
- any of the Channel Islands
- Isle of Man
- EEA state
- Blue badge
- National Entitlement Card (concessionary travel card)
- identity card with PASS mark for example Young Scot Card
- biometric immigration document
- Ministry of Defence Form 90 (defence identity card)
You can see the full list of accepted forms of photo IDs on the Electoral Commission's website.
You can still use some photo IDs even if they are out-of-date, as long as the photo still looks like you. You can get more information
- on the Electoral Commission's Voter ID webpage or
- phone 0333 103 1928.
How to get a free Voter ID
If you do not have an accepted photo ID, you can apply for a free Voter ID online, known as a Voter Authority Certificate. You can also apply for this by post if you live in the UK. After you have filled in the form, send it to the electoral registration office at
Dundee City Council
21 City Square
Dundee DD1 3BY
If you can’t apply online or download an application you can come into the office to apply. You will need to book an appointment using the booking service. You can book an appointment here. If you can't book an appointment then you can call 01382 434000 to arrange an appointment.
The office for applying is :
Dundee City Council
16 City Square
Dundee DD1 3BY
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don't have an accepted form of ID?
You can apply online using the link below.
What if my ID is out of date?
You can still use your photo ID if it’s out of date, as long as it looks like you. The name on your ID should be the same name you used to register to vote.
What if I want me ID checked in private?
You can ask the staff to check the ID in private, this will behind a seperated privacy screen.
What if I am an anonymous elector?
Answer : If you are already registered as an anonymous voter, or you are registering to vote anonymously, you will be invited to apply for an Anonymous Elector’s Document by the Electoral Registration Officer. You will need to take this to the polling station with you.
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