You can replace your South Dakota Driver’s license via the Department of Public Safety website. All you need to do is fill out the required documentation and pay $15 for processing.

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How to replace a lost driver’s license in South Dakota

Once you’ve retraced your steps half a dozen times and still can’t locate your wallet, it may be time to start thinking about plan B. Replacing your wallet's entire contents can be tedious, but lucky for you, replacing your driver’s license should serve as the easy part. Here’s what you need to do.

Replacing a lost South Dakota license online

To begin the replacement process, you’ll want to head to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety

website

. However, there are a few things you should know before you go.

Begin by filling out the

application form

Then, you will need to provide two official documents that prove your residential address.

Qualifying documents

can be a utility bill, a pay stub, or a bank statement. The documents have to be original and cannot be photocopies.

You will also need to be prepared to pay a $15 replacement fee and a $2 payment processing fee.

Once you submit these items, the DPS will provide you with a temporary license while your transaction processes. You should get your new ID in three to four weeks. Any questions about the status of your replacement driver’s license can be directed here:

visit online

, or call (605) 773-6883.

Replacing a lost South Dakota license in person

The South Dakota Department of Public Safety strongly recommends using their online service. Their website is plastered with the motto, “don’t spend time in line—renew your license online!”

But, that doesn’t mean you can’t replace your license in person. You can visit one of the

public safety locations

across the state. To make your visit go smoothly, we recommend you schedule an appointment.

You’ll then follow the same procedure as an online replacement with an in-person representative.

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What if you lose your South Dakota license out of state?

Losing your driver’s license while you’re out of state is an added inconvenience in an already stressful situation. But, don’t worry, it’s not impossible to replace.

First, you can request a temporary license by calling the Department of Public Safety at (605) 773-6883. They will most likely prompt you to follow a mail replacement process using the following address:

Driver Licensing

118 West Capitol Ave.

Pierre, SD 57501

Make sure you have the aforementioned required documents and your out-of-state mailing address on hand before making the call.

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