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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has outlined the necessary steps for obtaining an ID to use at polling stations. This guidance is aimed at voters who do not possess a form of approved identification, such as a Wisconsin driver's license or ID card.

In Wisconsin, voters must present identification to vote, but there is no specific "voter ID," and a federally compliant REAL ID is not required. U.S. citizens seeking information on acceptable IDs can refer to the Wisconsin Elections Commission website.

For those needing their first Wisconsin ID, the process begins online at wisconsindmv.gov/idcards. Applicants should bring the necessary documents to their nearest DMV location. While appointments are available, they are not mandatory.

The DMV provides an online resource listing required documents needed to obtain voter identification at DMV Customer Service Centers: wisconsindmv.gov/idcards. There is also a free process for U.S. citizens to receive a receipt valid for voting if the ID card isn't ready in time.

For inquiries about obtaining an ID, individuals can contact the DMV’s toll-free hotline at (844) 588-1069. Questions related to voter eligibility, poll locations, or registration should be directed to the Wisconsin Elections Commission website.