How much does a REAL ID cost in South Dakota?

Steps

1. Fill out the applicationComplete the South Dakota Driver License and ID Card Application (English or Spanish). It needs an original signature and date — electronic, digital or stamped signatures are not accepted. Applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian present to sign.
2. Gather proof of lawful statusNew applicants, non-U.S. citizens and transfers from another state bring one: a state-certified U.S. birth certificate (no photocopies or hospital certificates), a valid U.S. passport or passport card, a Certificate of Citizenship/Naturalization, a Permanent Resident Card, an Employment Authorization Card, or a foreign passport with a U.S. visa/I-94.
3. Bring proof of any name changesIf your name differs from your lawful-status document, bring original certified proof of each change: a government-issued marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
4. Bring proof of your Social Security numberIf your current license has no gold star, bring your Social Security card or a W-2, Form 1099 or pay stub showing your full number. Originals only.
5. Bring two proofs of your South Dakota addressTwo documents with your name and physical address, such as a utility bill, pay stub, rent receipt, phone bill, bank statement, mortgage document, insurance policy, tax document or vehicle registration. If you use a PO Box, the other document must show your physical address.
6. Visit an exam station and paySchedule an appointment or walk in during open hours. The fee is $38 for a license or ID card. If you already have a gold-star card, you may be able to renew online or by mail up to 180 days early.

Documents to bring

• Signed Driver License and ID Card ApplicationOriginal signature and date; no electronic or stamped signatures.
• One proof of lawful statusState-certified U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport or passport card, Certificate of Citizenship/Naturalization, Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Card, or foreign passport with U.S. visa/I-94.
• Certified proof of each name change, if anyGovernment-issued marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
• Proof of Social Security numberRequired if your current license has no gold star: Social Security card, W-2, Form 1099, or pay stub showing your full number.
• Two proofs of South Dakota addressName and physical address, e.g. utility bill, pay stub, bank statement, lease/rent receipt, insurance or tax document, vehicle registration.