VOTER REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
STATE OF
ILLINOIS
Registration Deadline — 28 days prior to each election.
6. ID Number. Your driver’s license number is required to register to vote. If you do not have a driver’s license, at least the last four digits of your social security number are required. If you have neither, please write "NONE" on the form. A unique identifier will be assigned to you by the State.
7. Choice of Party. Party registration or preference is not required for voter registration. However, when you apply for a primary ballot, you must indicate your party preference for that election.
8. Race or Ethnic Group. Leave blank.
9. Signature. A signature is required. If signature is missing from registration form, you will be notified your registration is incomplete.
To register in Illinois you must:
• be a citizen of the United States
• be a resident of Illinois and of your election precinct at least 30 days before the next election
• be at least 18 years old on or before the next election
• not be in jail for a felony conviction
• not claim the right to vote anywhere else
Mailing address:
State Board of Elections
1020 S. Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62704