South Dakota Driver's Exam
location_on SD DPS office listing — Statewide, SD
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Services Provided
Taking the Knowledge Test in South Dakota
Planning to take your written permit test at South Dakota Driver's Exam? Here's what SD DPS requires statewide — call ahead to confirm this location offers knowledge testing.
Format: Knowledge test on rules of road and safe driving; passing score 80% or higher.
Appointments: Yes.
Bring: Certified birth certificate, Social Security card, two pieces of mail proving residence (in applicant's or parent's name); parental consent if under 18.
If you don't pass: 3 attempts per fee paid within a 6-month period. Wait 1 day(s) before retaking.
Renewing Your License in South Dakota
South Dakota licenses are valid for 5 years and a standard renewal costs $28. U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a valid South Dakota license (or expired less than 30 days) may renew online once every 10 years (every other renewal). The license/ID must be within 180 days of expiration.
When to renew: Up to 180 days before expiration
Skip the trip if you can — many renewals can be completed online. See our step-by-step SD renewal guide for eligibility, REAL ID upgrades, and vision-test rules.
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