Do I need to bring my voter registration card to vote in Florida? What to bring to the polls

While Florida might not be holding many elections on Nov. 4, there are some, and if they’re in your area you want to be prepared when you show up to the polls.

Election Day is fast approaching, with polls opening up early tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 4.

State and most local elections won’t come up again till 2026, the same year Gov. Ron DeSantis’ term limits kick in and someone else is elected governor. The next presidential election isn’t until 2028.

This year, some cities and counties will hold their own elections for mayors, city council seats, and county council seats. Here’s what Floridians voting in these elections should bring with them to the polls.

What do I need to bring with me to vote?

You must have a photo ID with your signature to cast your ballot. Acceptable IDs include:

• Florida ID Card (issued by DHSMV)

• Neighborhood Association ID

• Veteran Health ID (issued by the US Department of Veterans Affairs)

• Concealed Weapon License (issued pursuant to F.S. 790.06)

• Employee ID card issued by any branch, department, agency, or entity of the Federal Government, the state, a county, or a municipality.

What if my ID doesn’t have my signature on it?

If your photo ID does not include your signature, you will be asked to provide another form of identification that bears your signature.

If you are unable to provide ID, Florida’s elections website states you can vote with a provisional ballot. Your ballot will count if the signature on your ballot matches the signature on your voter registration record.

Do I need to bring my Florida voter registration card?

No, you don’t need to bring your Florida voter registration card as long as you’re registered to vote and can provide an accepted form of identification.

Elections in Florida Nov. 4, 2025

• Alachua County

  • High Springs City Commissioner Board Seat 3

• Brevard County

  • Indialantic City Council Seat 1

  • Melbourne Beach Town Commission At-large

• Charlotte County

  • Punta Gorda City Council District 5

• Hillsborough County:

  • Tampa City Council District 5 (Special) Oct. 28

• Indian River County:

  • Fellsmere City Council At-large

  • Vero Beach City Council At-large

• Lake County:

  • Clermont City Council Seat 2

  • Groveland City Council District 4

  • Mascotte City Council Seat 1

  • Mascotte City Council Seat 5

  • Montverde Town Council At-large

  • Tavares City Council Seat 4

• Lee County:

  • Fort Myers Beach Town Council At-large (Special)

  • Fort Myers Beach Town Council At-large (John King recall)

  • Fort Myers Beach Town Council At-large (Karen Woodson recall)

• Madison County:

  • Greenville City Council Seat 1

  • Greenville City Council Seat 2

  • Greenville City Council Seat 5

• Manatee County:

  • Holmes Beach City Commission At-large

• Martin County:

  • Ocean Breeze Town Council At-large

• Miami-Dade County:

  • Miami Board of Commissioners District 3

  • Miami Board of Commissioners District 5

  • Homestead City Council Seat 1 (Northwest)

  • Homestead City Council Seat 5 (Waterstone)

• Orange County:

  • Orlando City Council District 1

  • Orlando City Council District 3

  • Orlando City Council District 5

• Polk County:

  • Auburndale City Commissioner Board Seat 3

  • Fort Meade City Commissioner Board Seat 3

  • Fort Meade City Commissioner Board Seat 5 At-large

  • Lakeland City Commissioner Board District C Southwest

  • Lakeland City Commissioner Board District D Southeast

  • Winter Haven City Council Seat 4

  • Winter Haven City Council Seat 5

• St. Lucie County:

  • Fort Pierce City Commissioner Board District 2 Seat 2 (Special)

• Volusia County

  • Lake Helen City Commissioner Board Zone 3

What time do polls open and close on Election Day in Florida?

Polls on Election Day will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. If you are still in line past the deadline, you will be allowed to vote.

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Election Day is tomorrow. Here’s what Floridians need to bring to vote