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Minnesota Voter Registration Guide

Current voter registration requirements, birth certificate ordering information, voter ID rules, deadlines, and official election office links for Minnesota.

No proof-of-citizenship requirementNo ID requiredChecked Jul 27, 2026 · double-check details
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Active Proof-of-Citizenship Law
Law on Books (Not Enforced)
No Requirement
Voter ID Requirement
No ID is needed if voter registration is current and active; proof of residence is required when registering or updating at the polling place
Online Registration
Available
Registration Deadline
Online registration deadline is 11:59 p.m. 21 days before Election Day; paper registration deadline is 5 p.m. 21 days before Election Day; Election Day registration is available with proof of residence
Proof of Citizenship Law
No proof-of-citizenship requirement
Status detailsNo universal documentary-proof-of-citizenship requirement. 2025 ch. 39 art. 8 (eff. Jan 1, 2026) amended the automatic-voter-registration statute (Minn. Stat. 201.161) so the Department of Vehicle Services only transmits a registration when citizenship-affirming documentation was shown; such applications are otherwise 'deficient.' This applies to the AVR/DVS pathway only, not to online, paper, or Election Day registration.

What to Do Now

  1. 1Check if you have one of the accepted documents (passport, birth certificate, naturalization certificate)
  2. 2If your name has changed, get a passport in your current legal name
  3. 3Order your birth certificate now if you don't have one
  4. 4Verify your voter registration is current
  5. 5Keep originals safe — under the SAVE Act, photocopies would not be accepted

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need proof of citizenship to register to vote in Minnesota?

No. Minnesota does not currently require documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote. However, if the federal SAVE Act passes, all states would be required to collect proof of citizenship for voter registration. Getting your documents in order now is recommended.

How much does a birth certificate cost in Minnesota?

A certified birth certificate in Minnesota costs $26 for a certified birth certificate (noncertified birth record is $13). Processing times vary — check the state vital records office for current turnaround. Use the official Minnesota vital records office for current details: https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/vitalrecords/. Remember: you must order from the state where you were born, not where you currently live.

What voter ID do I need in Minnesota?

Minnesota's voter ID rules: No ID is needed if voter registration is current and active; proof of residence is required when registering or updating at the polling place. Check with your local election office or visit the Minnesota Secretary of State website for specific details on acceptable forms of identification.

Can I register to vote online in Minnesota?

Yes, Minnesota offers online voter registration. Visit your state's election office website to register or update your registration. Registration deadline: Online registration deadline is 11:59 p.m. 21 days before Election Day; paper registration deadline is 5 p.m. 21 days before Election Day; Election Day registration is available with proof of residence.