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 typically takes MDH publishes rolling processing cutoff dates; as of June 23, 2026, standard birth/death certificate orders were being completed through May 26, 2026 and expedited orders through June 17, 2026 (county offices are typically faster, often same-day while you wait).. 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. The registration deadline is 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.

Minnesota Voter Registration Guide

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

POC: No current requirementNo ID requiredLast verified Jun 24, 2026 · fresh · medium confidence

Active POC Law

POC Law (Not Enforced)

No POC 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 current requirement

NoteNo 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

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

Minnesota Voter Registration Guide

What to Do Now

How to Order in Minnesota

Online

By Mail

In Person

Minnesota Resources

Minnesota Election Office(opens in new tab)

Minnesota Vital Records(opens in new tab)

Federal Resources

USA.gov Birth Certificates(opens in new tab)

U.S. Passports(opens in new tab)

Vote.gov(opens in new tab)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

How much does a birth certificate cost in Minnesota?

What voter ID do I need in Minnesota?

Can I register to vote online in Minnesota?