All voters must show accepted photographic identification (photo ID) at polling stations, before they are given a ballot paper.
For a short video about this, visit: Voter ID - what you and your residents need to know (YouTube).
For the list of valid IDs, visit: Accepted forms of photo ID (The Electoral Commission).
Please note: You do not need photo ID for postal voting.
If your photo ID has expired
It will still be accepted as long as the photo is still a good likeness of you.
Get free photo ID to vote
You can apply for a free voter ID document, known as a 'Voter Authority Certificate', if:
- you do not already have an accepted form of photo ID;
- or you are not sure whether your photo ID still looks like you.
To apply, visit: Apply for photo ID to vote (GOV.UK).
You can also complete a paper application and send this to electoral services.
If you need any help to apply or want an application form, please come along to:
Halifax Customer First
- Address: 19 Horton Street, Halifax. HX1 1QE.
Electoral Services
- Address: Mulcture House, Mulcture Hall Road, Halifax. HX1 1SP.
- Phone: (01422) 393103.
- Email: voterid@calderdale.gov.uk.
- Website: Contact Electoral Services.
Please apply in good time.