Driver License - State Central Office | South Dakota Department of Public Safety
118 W. Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501
Eligibility
14 years of age and older to apply for driver license. Any age can apply for an identification card.
Hours
8:00am - 5:00pm (CT), Monday - Friday
605-773-3178
Voice·
Main Phone
Interpretation services
Spanish - for Driver License application, study manuals, and written test
Application process
Open by appointment and for walk-in customers.
Fees
$28.00 for new ID/DL ($38.00 as of July 1, 2025); $33.00 for CDL License ($43.00 as of July 1, 2025), $15.00 for CDL Endorsement; $15.00 for duplicate ID/DL, $2.00 processing fee for credit card payments.
Service area
SD
Other Information
Age Group
- Young Adults (18-24)
- Adults (25-64)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Children (0-17)
The South Dakota Driver's License Program is responsible for individuals that are applying for a South Dakota Driver's License or Identification Card.
- What documents do I need? Visit https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/required-documents for a list of the needed / appropriate documents.
- For driver tests: must either call (605) 773-6883 between 8:00am - 5:00pm to schedule an appointment or schedule online at www.dps.sd.gov. Driver tests must be scheduled, at least two weeks before the desired test date.
- Driver Education: Is offered across South Dakota by various local entities and schools. If you are interested in learning about programs in your area, email or call (605) 431-6520 to speak with Christopher Grant, the SD State Driver Education Coordinator.
- Driving Manuals: Are available at https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/south-dakota-licensing-information/driving-manuals.
- 2020 Legislation changes guidelines for teen drivers: https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing.
Last Assured
06/30/2025
Providing organization
South Dakota Department of Public Safety
South Dakota Department of Public Safety includes 14 agencies that seeks to keep South Dakota a safe place in which to live, work, visit and raise a family.