Replacement for a lost, stolen, or damaged vehicle title. Required before selling or transferring a vehicle.
Last updated · Source: South Dakota Department of Public Safety — Driver Licensing Program · Methodology
Vehicle Title Replacement in South Dakota costs $18.75 according to the official South Dakota Department of Public Safety — Driver Licensing Program fee schedule. The fee is the same statewide and is paid at the time of application.
Yes — vehicle title replacement can be completed online through the South Dakota Department of Public Safety — Driver Licensing Program website. You will need a credit or debit card to pay the $18.75 fee, and your replacement card or document is mailed within 7 business days.
No, an appointment is not strictly required for vehicle title replacement in South Dakota, but booking one is strongly recommended to avoid wait times that often exceed an hour at busy offices.
For vehicle title replacement in South Dakota you will typically need: Identification, affidavit of loss, fee. Originals are required — photocopies are not accepted by South Dakota Department of Public Safety — Driver Licensing Program.
Vehicle Title Replacement in South Dakota takes approximately 7 business days to process after submission.
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Fees and requirements shown here are based on publicly available information from the official South Dakota Department of Public Safety — Driver Licensing Program website as of 2025. The state DMV is the authoritative source. DMVPeek is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with any state government agency.