Voter Info

Register to Vote in South Dakota

To ensure your voice is heard in the upcoming elections, make sure you're registered to vote. Here's what you need to know:

Deadline: The deadline to register is 15 days before any election.
Eligibility: You must be 18 years of age or older on or before the next election and have maintained residence in South Dakota for at least 30 days prior to submitting your registration form.
How to Register: Complete the South Dakota Voter Registration Form. This form can also be used to update your address, name, or party affiliation.
Where to Submit: Mail or drop off your completed form at:
Lawrence County Auditor's Office
90 Sherman St,
Deadwood, SD 57732

To find your polling location, visit the South Dakota Voter Information Portal.

All voters must show proof of identification at the polling place. Accepted forms of photo ID include:

South Dakota driver's license or nondriver ID card
U.S. government photo ID (passport is acceptable)
U.S. Armed Forces ID
Current student photo ID from a South Dakota high school or accredited institution of higher education
Tribal photo ID

If you do not have a photo ID, you can sign a personal identification affidavit and still vote with a regular ballot.

Can't make it to the polls on Election Day? You can vote absentee. Learn more about absentee voting here.

Absentee Ballot Request Form: Download the form to request your absentee ballot.