Illinois Voter File
How to request the official Illinois statewide voter file, what it costs, who qualifies, and how Activate can help.
At a glance
- Estimated fee
- $500
- Who can request
- State political committees and government entities
- Activate can request?
- A qualifying campaign must request it first
- Last verified
- June 22, 2026
Illinois requires a qualifying requestor
Must use client/campaign political committee to request; public screen view only, no duplication
Legal basis: 10 Ill. Comp. Stat. ch. 10, §§ 5/1A-25, 5/4-8; NCSL summary
What is the Illinois voter file?
The Illinois voter file is the official statewide list of registered voters maintained by the state election office. It typically includes voter names, addresses, party registration (where applicable), precinct, district, and voting history. Campaigns use it to organize canvassing, phone banking, and mail programs.
How to request the Illinois voter file
Once you have the file, you can import it into a political canvassing tool like Activate to organize volunteers and track outreach.
- 1Confirm you are a qualifying requestor in Illinois (State political committees and government entities).
- 2Visit the official Illinois election office request page.
- 3Must use client/campaign political committee to request; public screen view only, no duplication
- 4Receive the file and upload it securely to Activate for your campaign.
Eligibility and restrictions
Eligible requestors: State political committees and government entities
Notes: Application for Voter Data PDF required; submit by mail/fax/in-person with payment. Phone: (217) 782-4141. No public email. Fee $500 statewide. Available to registered political committees for bona fide political purposes only. Full DOB, DL, SSN excluded.
Legal basis: 10 Ill. Comp. Stat. ch. 10, §§ 5/1A-25, 5/4-8; NCSL summary
Cost and turnaround
The estimated state fee is $500. Turnaround varies by state and request volume. Delivery may be instant download, email, or physical media depending on the state. Check the official Illinois election office page for the most current timeline.
How Activate can help
A qualifying Illinois campaign or candidate must request the file first. Once you have it, Activate imports and secures it so your team can start canvassing and calling voters.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Illinois voter file cost?
The Illinois voter file costs $500 as of our last verification.
Who can request the Illinois voter file?
State political committees and government entities
Can I download the Illinois voter file online?
Some requestors may be able to request or download the file through the official Illinois election office portal.
How long does it take to get the Illinois voter file?
Turnaround varies by state and request volume. Check the official Illinois election office page for current processing times.
What is in the Illinois voter file?
State voter files typically include voter name, address, party registration (where applicable), precinct, district, and voting history fields. Exact fields vary by state and are controlled by state law.
Ready to use the Illinois voter file?
Activate is a free political canvassing app for local campaigns. Import your voter list, invite volunteers, and start reaching voters today.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Voter file access laws and fees change. Confirm the current procedure with the official state election office before submitting a request.