Tennessee Midterm Polls: Planning to cast ballot on election day? Check ID requirements to easily pick your preferred candidate

The option of early voting in Tennessee ahead of the November 3 US midterm polls closed on October 29, 2026 (Thursday). For those who did not take the option of early and in-person voting, they can cast their ballots on the election day.

Those who are going to vote on November 3 are required to go to a specific polling place depending on the address where they are registered to vote. One of the requirements for voting is to carry a valid ID along with you to the polling place.

Check what IDs are acceptable for voting

Before going to the polling place to cast your ballot, ensure you carry any of the following IDs:

• Tennessee driver license with your photo
• United States Passport
• Photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security
• Photo ID issued by the federal or Tennessee state government
• United States Military photo ID
• Tennessee handgun carry permit with your photo

What are the rules for first-time voters

• As far as first-time voters are concerned, all those who register through mail or Online Voter Registration, if the ID is expired, must also present one of the following:
• A copy of a current utility bill,
• Bank statement,
• Government check,
• Paycheck, or other government document that shows the voter’s name and address.

Understand what IDs are NOT acceptable.

Which IDs are not acceptable at the polling place

• The following IDs will not be accepted at the polling place on the day of election
• College student IDs
• Photo IDs not issued by the federal or Tennessee state government are not acceptable. This includes county- or city-issued photo IDs, such as library cards, and photo IDs issued by other states.
• Photo IDs issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security to non-U.S. citizens.

Who are running in Tennessee?

In the race for the US Senate, Republican incumbent Senator Bill Hagerty is set for a contest against Democratic nominee Marquita Bradshaw. As far as the gubernatorial race is concerned, current Republican US Senator Marsha Blackburn is running against Democratic Memphis City Councilor Jerri Green to replace outgoing Governor Bill Lee. Whosoever wins the battle will have their name etched in history by becoming the first ever female governor of the state.