Elections - photo ID to vote in person

First published: 16th March 2023
Last updated: 23rd April 2026
Who is this page for?

LGBTQ+ in particular trans/non-binary people

Summary

This resource contains useful guidance for trans/non-binary voters.

Here's where you can find further information and the important dates

Voter ID | Electoral Commission

At the polling station

Staff at the polling station will ask for the voter’s name, to check they are registered to vote, they will ask to see photo ID and they will check the ID looks like the voter. The staff will not be checking any gender marker, address or nationality. There will also be private areas used for viewing ID if the voter would like their ID checked in private. The below voter booklet goes into this in more detail.

More information on voting as a trans/non-binary person

TransActual - don't lose your vote