Apply for a renewal or replacement license or ID card
Gone are the days of waiting in line at the driver exam station! You may be eligible to renew your South Dakota driver license or non-driver ID card online or apply for a duplicate/replacement card without leaving home. All you need are a few minutes, some required documents, and your Visa or MasterCard. Click here for fees.
RENEW ONLINE SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT
Renewals & Duplicates/Replacements
Licenses and ID cards may be renewed 180 days prior to their expiration date unless the applicant is turning 21 years of age. Licenses expiring 30 days after licensee's 21st birthday may only be renewed within the 30 days immediately following the birth date.
If your license has been expired for more than 30 days, you will be required to apply at a driver exam station in-person and complete the written knowledge test.
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If you have questions or difficulties using this site, email us or call (605) 773-6883 between 9AM-4PM Central Time Monday-Friday (closed on state holidays)
FAQs
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Am I eligible to renew online or by mail?
If your driver license HAS NOT EXPIRED and you did not use the online or mail-in method for your last renewal, you may be eligible to renew online or by mail.
What if my license or ID card expired more than 30 days ago?
If your license is expired more than 30 days, you are required to visit an exam station in-person and pass the knowledge test.
Those with a motorcycle endorsement (Class 2 license) expired more than 30 days have to take the operator's knowledge test and the motorcycle knowledge test.
If you need to take the knowledge test, please click here to schedule a testing appointment.
Visit our CDL page for specific information about renewing or replacing your Commercial Driver License (CDL).
If you need to visit an exam station in-person, you may print and complete your application (English or Spanish) and take it with you to the exam station. No digital, electronic, or stamped signatures are allowed on the application.
Would you rather renew in person at an exam station?
If you prefer to renew your driver license in-person at an exam station, we assure you walk-in customers are welcome. We would encourage you to schedule an appointment so you don't have to sit in the waiting area. Schedule your visit by clicking here!
You can also print and complete your application (English or Spanish) before going to the exam station. No digital, electronic, or stamped signatures are allowed on the application.
Didn't find what you were looking for on this page?
Visit our home page for a list of other services we offer and additional information you might find helpful. You can also email us or call us at (605) 773-6883 between 9AM-4PM Central Time Monday-Friday (closed on state holidays).
The documents below will be moved to your Downloads folder when you click on them -- please look for them there.
| RENEWAL AND DUPLICATE DOCUMENTS |
| Document Requirements | Driver License and ID Card Safety Features |
| Driver License and ID Card Application - English | Vision Statement |
| Driver License and ID Card Application - Spanish |