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South Dakota Vital Records

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South Dakota · 82 offices

82
Offices listed
70
Counties covered
$15.00
Birth cert. fee
2–5 weeks
Avg. processing

At a glance

Birth Certificate

$15 · “Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”

Death Certificate

$15 · “Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”

Marriage Certificate

$15 · “Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”

South Dakota Department of Health - Vital Records Office (SD-DOH - Vital Records Office)

Address
221 West Capitol Ave Pierre, SD 57501
Mailing
VITAL RECORDS South Dakota Department of Health 221 West Capitol Ave Pierre, SD 57501
Phone
(605) 773-4961
Hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

South Dakota Birth Certificate

Fee
$15
Additional copy
$15
Rush fee
Mail-ins: just need to submit a prepaid priority mail envelope and they will expedite the processing online (vitalchek): $11.50
Processing time
“Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”
Rush processing
Not specified
Public after
100 years

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Authorized Agent
  • Children
  • Designated Agent
  • Funeral Director
  • Heir
  • Legal Guardian
  • Other person of interest (personal and property rights)
  • Parents
  • Person on Record
  • Physician
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Date of Birth
  • Father's Name
  • Father's Name at Birth
  • Full Name of Person of Record
  • Mailing Address
  • Mother's Maiden Name
  • Mother's Name
  • Place of Birth
  • Sex
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Driver's License
  • Passport
  • State ID
  • Tribal ID
  • US Military ID
  • Visa

Secondary ID

  • Bank Statement
  • Pay Stub
  • Social Security Card
  • Utility Bill
  • Vehicle Registration
Application form ↗

South Dakota Death Certificate

Fee
$15
Additional copy
$15
Rush fee
Mail-ins: just need to submit a prepaid priority mail envelope and they will expedite the processing online (vitalchek): $11.50
Processing time
“Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”
Rush processing
Not specified

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Authorized Agent
  • Children
  • Designated Agent
  • Funeral Director
  • Heir
  • Legal Guardian
  • Other person of interest (personal and property rights)
  • Parents
  • Person on Record
  • Physician
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Date of Death
  • Full Name of Person of Record
  • Mailing Address
  • Place of Death
  • Sex
  • State File Number
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Driver's License
  • Passport
  • State ID
  • Tribal ID
  • US Military ID
  • Visa

Secondary ID

  • Bank Statement
  • Pay Stub
  • Social Security Card
  • Utility Bill
  • Vehicle Registration
Application form ↗

South Dakota Marriage Certificate

Fee
$15
Additional copy
$15
Rush fee
Mail-ins: just need to submit a prepaid priority mail envelope and they will expedite the processing online (vitalchek): $11.50
Processing time
“Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”
Rush processing
Not specified

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Authorized Agent
  • Children
  • Designated Agent
  • Funeral Director
  • Heir
  • Legal Guardian
  • Other person of interest (personal and property rights)
  • Parents
  • Person on Record
  • Physician
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Bride's Name Before Marriage
  • Date of Marriage
  • Groom Name Before Marriage
  • Mailing Address
  • Place of Marriage
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Driver's License
  • Passport
  • State ID
  • Tribal ID
  • US Military ID
  • Visa

Secondary ID

  • Bank Statement
  • Pay Stub
  • Social Security Card
  • Utility Bill
  • Vehicle Registration
Application form ↗

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Apostille & authentication

Office
Secretary of State
Phone
(605)773-5008
Mailing
Mail to: South Dakota Secretary of State Attn: Apostille Office 500 E. Capitol Ave. Pierre, SD 57501 Address for Drop-Off Services: South Dakota Secretary of State 215 E. Prospect Ave. Pierre, SD 57501
Walk-in
South Dakota Secretary of State 500 East Capitol Avenue, Suite 204 (Second Floor of the Capitol Building) Pierre, SD 57501 Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Link
State apostille page ↗
Details
All documents must have correct certification and/or notarization before submitting or we will not be able to process your request. All seals and signatures MUST be originals. We are unable to accept copies unless they are "true certified copies" from a notary public. Please note that birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, divorce decrees and court documents CANNOT be certified by a notary public as "true copies." These documents MUST be certified by the issuing agency. All Requests MUST include: Properly certified and/or notarized document. Apostille/Authentication Request Form - make sure to include the name of the country where the documents will be sent. daytime phone number or email address for possible questions. information on where the documents should be mailed after processing.

South Dakota vital records FAQs

How much does a South Dakota birth certificate cost?

The fee is $15.

How long does a South Dakota birth certificate take?

“Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”

How much does a South Dakota death certificate cost?

The fee is $15.

How long does a South Dakota death certificate take?

“Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”

How much does a South Dakota marriage certificate cost?

The fee is $15.

How long does a South Dakota marriage certificate take?

“Processing times may vary depending on location. You may submit your request to the State Office in a prepaid priority envelope for expedited processing (optional).”

Where do I get a birth certificate in South Dakota?

South Dakota birth and death records are requested at the county level or from the state vital records office. Browse the 82 offices listed on this page by county or city, or order online through our partner to skip the in-person visit.

Can I order a South Dakota birth certificate online?

Yes. You can prepare and submit your application online through our partner, Vital Records Online, and skip the in-person visit.

Public records: South Dakota Sunshine Law. Information is provided as guidance and may change — verify with the state office before applying.