Did You Know?
A replacement (or duplicate) license or ID card may be requested online
or by mail once every 10 years.
If you are eligible, we strongly encourage
you to request a replacement (or duplicate)
driver license or ID card
online or by mail.
See below for more information!
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If you prefer to replace your driver license or ID card at a driver exam station in-person,
walk-in customers are welcome, but why sit in the waiting room?
Use our scheduling tool to make an appointment!
You can also print and complete your application before arriving at the exam station.
Replacement or Duplicate Licenses
If you’ve lost your license, you can apply for a replacement by mail or online if you haven’t requested one online or by mail in the last 10 years.
To check the status of your replacement request, email us or call (605) 773-6883.
Apply for a Duplicate Online
Here’s what you need to apply online:
- You’ll need to upload or mail two documents to prove your residential/physical address (cannot be handwritten documents). Documents must show your name and be less than one year old. Active military personnel and their dependents may use two documents proving their out-of-state residential address or APO/FPO address (if stationed overseas).
- If your name has changed, you’ll need to apply in person at a driver licensing location and provide a certified legal document proving the name change. If your name has changed more than once, you'll need a certified document (from a government entity -- not from the church) showing each name change.
- We accept Visa or MasterCard for payment.
Once finished, your license will be mailed in 3-4 weeks. If you’re mailing proof of address documents, it may take longer. All information in your online transaction will be secure. A $2.00 payment processing fee will be charged in addition to the renewal fee. If you’re having difficulties using this site, email us or call (605) 773-6883.
Apply for a Duplicate by Mail
Here’s what you’ll need to apply by mail:
- A completed license application form (in English or in Spanish). Applications will not be accepted without a signature and date included on the bottom of the form. Applicants under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign.
- Two documents to prove your residential/physical address (cannot be handwritten documents). Documents must show your name and be less than one year old. Active military personnel and their dependents may use two documents proving their out-of-state residential address or APO address (if stationed overseas).
- If your name has changed, you’ll need to apply in person at a Driver Licensing location.
- Include a duplication fee of $15. Make checks payable to “Department of Public Safety.”
- Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope for license return.
Please send completed application and documents to:
Driver Licensing Program
118 West Capitol Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501
Replacement/Duplicate Permits for Minors
For a replacement/duplicate of a minor’s restricted permit, you’ll need to provide your driver license/ID card number, date of birth and the last four digits of your Social Security number. You’ll also need to upload, email, fax (605-773-3018) or mail two documents to prove your residential/physical address (cannot be handwritten documents). Documents must show your name and be less than one year old to prove your residential/physical address. If the applicant is under age 18, a parent or guardian may provide address documents and must complete the parental consent form.
If your license does not have a gold star, please find a list of required documents you’ll need to get a duplicate/replacement license or ID card.
Resource Library
Replacement or Duplicate Documents
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