Driver License Renewal appointments are available on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Meeting Room at the Freeman Public Library, located at 322 S. Main St., Freeman, SD. Appointments are required.

Before You Schedule Your Appointment:

Written and Driving Tests: If you need to take a written or driving test, please contact a local Driver License Station to schedule an appointment. These tests are not available at the Freeman Public Library.

Non-U.S. Citizens: If you are not a U.S. citizen, your driver's license cannot be renewed at the library, even if you currently have a South Dakota driver's license. You must renew at a Driver License Station each time.

CDL and Out-of-State License Renewals: If you are renewing a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or an out-of-state driver's license, please let us know when scheduling your appointment. These appointments must be scheduled before 5:00 PM. If your CDL requires a Medical Examiner's Certificate (Medical Card), please bring it with you so we can make a photocopy.

 

What to Bring
Please review the following requirements before coming in to ensure you have all the necessary documents and payment.

1. Proof of Residency

Please bring two pieces of mail, each dated within the last six months, showing your name and current address.

If you use a P.O. Box, one piece of mail may show only your P.O. Box.
At least one piece of mail must show your physical (street) address.

Note:  You do not need to bring your Social Security card, but you will need to know your Social Security number to complete your application. If you do not have your Social Security number memorized, please bring your card with you.

2. Payment

Regular driver's licenses: $38
Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs): $43
Cash or check only, please. We are unable to accept credit cards, debit cards, or any other type of card payment.

3. Applying for a Learner's Permit

If you are applying for a learner's permit, please bring:

Your Driver's Education certificate, dated within the last 365 days
A certified copy of your birth certificate
Your Social Security card

4. Transferring an Out-of-State License to South Dakota

If you currently have an out-of-state driver's license and would like to obtain a South Dakota driver's license, your current out-of-state license must have a star (REAL ID).

Please also bring:

Your current out-of-state driver's license
A certified copy of your birth certificate
Your Social Security card
Certified copies of any applicable marriage certificates
Certified copies of any applicable divorce decrees

5. Changing Your Name

If you are changing your name and your current driver's license has a star (REAL ID), please bring:

Certified copies of your marriage certificate(s), if applicable
Certified copies of any divorce decree(s), if applicable
Your Social Security card reflecting your new name
Important Reminder: All birth certificates, marriage certificates, and divorce decrees must be certified copies. Photocopies or informational copies will not be accepted.

Thank you! Please make sure you have all the required documents before your visit to help make the process as smooth as possible.