Wyoming

Registering to Vote

How do I register to vote for the first time?

You can register to vote in Wyoming by using one of the following methods:

• By mail: You may get a paper voter registration form by printing one out from the Secretary of State website, or picking up a paper form at your local elections office. eaOnce you’ve filled out the form, you’ll need to print it, sign it, and mail it.
• In person: Visit an office where elections are administered in your area and register there in person. You must register 14 days before the election.
• On Election Day: Wyoming has same-day voter registration. You’ll be able to complete a voter registration form at your polling place.

You can also register to vote on BallotReady.org.

How do I update or change my voter registration?

The process of changing your voter registration is similar to registering to vote for the first time. You can update your voter registration by mail, in-person, or during same-day voter registration. You can also use BallotReady.org to check your voter registration status. 

What ID do I need to register to vote?

The identification that you need to register to vote in Wyoming varies based on the method of registration: 

Registering to vote in an election office 

Present a valid Wyoming driver's license. If you do not have your current valid driver's license with you, you must provide the number along with additional acceptable identification as listed below. If you have not been issued a Wyoming driver's license or yours is expired, you must provide: A statement to that effect, the last four digits of your social security number; and acceptable identification as listed below. Accepted forms of ID include a US Passport, Out of State Driver's License, military ID, ID issued by local, state, or federal agency, a Wyoming Student ID, or a Tribal ID. If you don't have any of the previously listed ID cards you may instead bring TWO forms of documentation. Bring two of the following: certificate of US citizenship or naturalization, draft record, original or certified copy of your birth certificate, any other form of ID issued by an official agency.

Registering to vote by mail

Before mailing in your form the state of Wyoming asks that you sign the oath on the state form before an oath-taking officer. To complete this step to register to vote there are a few additional steps to be aware of: 1. In front of an oath-taking officer sign the oath, you will need to bring an ID. Accepted forms of ID include a US Passport, Out of State Driver's License, military ID, ID issued by local, state, or federal agency, a Wyoming Student ID, or a Tribal ID. If you don't have any of the previously listed ID cards you may instead bring TWO forms of documentation. Bring two of the following: certificate of US citizenship or naturalization, draft record, original or certified copy of your birth certificate, any other form of ID issued by an official agency. 2. Include a scanned copy of the identification shown to the oath-taking officer with your completed voter registration form.

Registering to vote on Election Day

Bring your Wyoming Driver's License number. If you do not have one, then you can provide the last four digits of your Social Security Number and will need to bring one piece of acceptable identification from the following: United States Passport, Driver's License or Identification Card issued by any State or Outlying Possession of the United States, Identification Card issued by the Federal Government, any State or Local Government, or an Agency thereof, a tribal ID of any Federally Recognized Tribe, Wyoming student photo ID Card, US Military Card, or ID card issued to a Dependent of a member of the United States Armed Forces. If none of the above identifications are in possession then TWO forms of documentation from the following list are accepted: Certification of United States Citizenship, Certificate of Naturalization, United States Military Draft Record, Voter's Registration Card from another State or County, United States Social Security Card, Certification of Birth Abroad issued by the Department of State, Original or certified copy of a birth certificate bearing an official seal, or any other form of identification issued by an official agency of the United States or a State.

Registering to vote during in person during early voting

• Your Wyoming Driver’s License number, or if you do not have one, the last four digits of your Social Security Number and one piece of acceptable identification from the following: United States Passport, Driver's License or Identification Card issued by any State or Outlying Possession of the United States, Identification Card issued by the Federal Government, any State or Local Government, or an Agency thereof, A tribal ID of any Federally Recognized Tribe, Photo Identification Card issued by the University of Wyoming, a Wyoming Community College, or a Wyoming Public School, United States Military Card, or ID card issued to a Dependent of a member of the United States Armed Forces
• If none of the above identifications are in possession then TWO forms of documentation from the following list are accepted: Certification of United States Citizenship, Certificate of Naturalization, United States Military Draft Record, Voter's Registration Card from another State or County, United States Social Security Card, Certification of Birth Abroad issued by the Department of State, Original or certified copy of a birth certificate bearing an official seal, or any other form of identification issued by an official agency of the United States or a State

For more information on voting requirements for your state, make a plan to vote on BallotReady.org.

How do I check my voter registration?

Residents of Wyoming can check their voter registration status through the following methods:

• Election authority: For specific questions, you may be able to contact your local elections office, courthouse, or county elections office for more information on your voter registration status.

You can also check your voter registration on BallotReady.org. 

What is the deadline for registering to vote?

In Wyoming, you need to be registered to vote at least 14 days before an election to be eligible to cast a ballot. 

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Can I register to vote on Election Day?

Yes, Wyoming has same-day voter registration. If you are unable to register by the mail deadline, you may register to vote at a polling place. You will be able to cast your ballot immediately after completing your voter registration.

Can I register to vote during early voting?

Yes, in Wyoming, you can complete voter registration during early voting. At your early voting location, be sure to register to vote before completing your ballot.

Who is eligible to register to vote?

Wyoming residents that fit the following criteria are eligible to register to vote:

• Be a United States citizen
• Be a resident of Wyoming
• Be 18 years of age or older on election day
• Not declared to be mentally incompetent by a court
• Not convicted of a felony (unless you were pardoned or have had your rights restored)

Do I have to choose a political party when registering to vote?

Wyoming gives voters the option to choose a political party when registering to vote. It is not required to register, but choosing “no party preference” could limit your ability to participate in presidential primary elections and caucuses.