FAQs

Do I have to register by party?: No, you do not register by party in S.C. The law requires that to vote in a primary election, the voter must choose one political party in which to cast his/her ballot. By voting in a party's primary, the voter is selecting representatives to run in the general election for that political party.

▼
Board of Elections and Voter Registration

1. What form of ID must I bring to get registered in person?: 1. A current and valid photo identification showing the voter's name and picture.
2. A current utility bill that lists their name and address.
3. Bank statement that lists their name and address.
4. Government check that lists their name and address.
5. Paycheck that lists their name and address.
6. Government document that lists their name and address.
7. Identification requirements do not apply to UOCAVA (Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act) citizens registering to vote using the Federal Post Card Application, citizens age 65 or older, or disabled citizens.

2. Do I have to register by party?: No, you do not register by party in S.C. The law requires that to vote in a primary election, the voter must choose one political party in which to cast his/her ballot. By voting in a party's primary, the voter is selecting representatives to run in the general election for that political party.

3. Can I register if I was convicted of a felony?: You can register to vote again after you have completed your entire sentence by release from imprisonment, completion of probation and parole, and the full payment of restitution imposed by the sentence of the court.

4. What form of ID must I show at the polls on election day?: South Carolina Driver's License
ID Card issued by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
South Carolina Voter Registration Card with Photo
Federal Military ID
U.S. Passport

5. What hours will the polls be oopen?: Polling places are open 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Anyone in line at 7:00 P.M. will be allowed to vote.