Lake County Driver License Office | South Dakota Department of Public Safety - Driver Licensing
Resource Name:Lake County Driver License Office | South Dakota Department of Public Safety - Driver Licensing
address
1000 S. Egan Avenue, 4-H Building, Madison, SD 57042
Eligibility
14 years of age and older to apply for driver license. Any age can apply for an identification card.
Hours
9:00am - 3:45pm (CT), Tuesdays (applications for testing accepted until 2:15pm. All other applications accepted until 2:45pm)
605-773-6883
Voice
·Main Phone
Interpretation services
Spanish - for Driver License application, study manuals, and written test
Application process
Walk-in or by appointment. Drive test must be scheduled.
Fees
$38.00 for new and renewal ID/DL; $43.00 for CDL License, $20.00 for CDL Endorsement; $20.00 for duplicate ID/DL, $2.00 or 2.95% (whichever is greater) processing fee for credit card payments.
Service area
Lake County, SD
Other Information
Age Group
- Adults (25-64)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Young Adults (18-24)
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, duplicates, and renewals, you 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.
Last Assured
10/31/2025
Providing organization
South Dakota Department of Public Safety - Driver Licensing
Provides services without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, low-income, or limited English proficiency (LEP) according to the provision contained in Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related nondiscrimination authorities.