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South Dakota Drivers License

How to apply for a new license: South Dakota



South Dakota Drivers License

Forms download icon South Dakota's official forms for apply for a new license


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MCSA-5876 - Medical Examiners Certificate

As part of your application for a CDL, send this medical clearance form to the Wyoming DOT. MUST be filled out by a doctor or nurse.


DMV Appointment in South Dakota

Appointment information

Drivers License

If you prefer to renew your driver license in-person at an exam station, we assure you walk-in customers are wecome. We would encourage you to schedule an appointment so you don't have to sit in the waiting area.

Renewal Appointments

You may visit an exam station in-person to renew your driver license or ID card. But why sit in the waiting room when you can schedule your visit!

Testing Appointments

You'll need to schedule an appointment that requires a knowledge or drive test.

Permit Upgrade Appointments

If you have passed an approved driver education course, we recommend you schedule an appointment to upgrade your instruction permit.

Make an Appointments

You can make your appointment online here:

Schedule your DMV appointment in South Dakota

No. Appointments are recommended to save time in line, though.

You can schedule your appointment online pressing here.

Yes. Appointments are recommended to save time in line, though.

You can schedule your appointment online pressing here.


DMV Hours in South Dakota

Today, being Saturday, some South Dakota DMV offices open at 7 a.m.

However, take into consideration that 90 offices are closed today.

We recommend selecting your county from the list below to find your closest office hours.

Today, being Saturday, some South Dakota DMV offices close at 5 p.m.

We recommend selecting your county from the list below to find your closest office hours.

Tomorrow, being Sunday, all DMV offices in South Dakota will remain close.

Yes, some offices are open on weekends:

There is one South Dakota DMV office open on Saturday.

We recommend selecting your county from the list below to find your closest office hours.

There is one South Dakota DMV office open on Saturday.

We recommend selecting your county from the list below to find your closest office hours.

No, the South Dakota DMV doesn't open on Sunday.


Search DMV offices in South Dakota by county

DMV Handbooks in South Dakota

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Driver's License

Driving Manual (English).

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Driver's License

Driving Manual (Spanish).

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Driver's License

Motorcycle Manual (English).

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Driver's License

Motorcycle Manual (Spanish).

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