How to change address in your Voter ID card online: Step-by-step guide How to change address in your Voter ID card online: Step-by-step guide A Voter ID card is one of the most important documents issued by the government. Check here the step-by-step guide to change address in your voter ID card online. advertisement Image Source: PTI A Voter ID card is one of the most important documents issued by the government. It is also known as an election card issued by the Election Commission of India. It serves as general identity, address, and age proof for other purposes such as applying for a passport. It was first introduced in 1993 during the tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner TN Seshan.