How do I register to vote in South Dakota?

To register to vote in South Dakota. The registration deadline is 15 days before Election Day. Visit https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/voting/register-to-vote/default.aspx to register.

Do I need ID to vote in South Dakota?

In South Dakota, voter ID requirements are: Photo ID requested.

How to Vote in South Dakota

Q: Can I vote early in South Dakota?

Yes, South Dakota offers early voting. In-person absentee voting begins 46 days before Election Day at county auditor offices

Q: How do I vote absentee in South Dakota?

Absentee/mail-in voting in South Dakota: No-excuse. Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without providing a reason

“Under God the People Rule”

Capital: Pierre Nickname: The Mount Rushmore State Admitted: 1889 (40th state) Electoral Votes: 3

State Bird: Ring-Necked Pheasant State Flower: Pasque Flower

Registration Deadline 15 days before Election Day

Voter ID Required Photo ID requested

Early Voting Yes

Absentee / Mail-In No-excuse

Polling Hours 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Electoral Votes 3

Voter Registration in South Dakota

The voter registration deadline in South Dakota is 15 days before Election Day.

South Dakota does not currently offer online voter registration.

South Dakota does not have automatic voter registration.

Voter ID Requirements in South Dakota

South Dakota requires Photo ID requested identification to vote.

Early Voting in South Dakota

Yes — South Dakota offers early voting.

In-person absentee voting begins 46 days before Election Day at county auditor offices

Absentee & Mail-In Voting in South Dakota

Absentee and mail-in voting in South Dakota: No-excuse.

Any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without providing a reason

Polling Hours in South Dakota

Polls in South Dakota are open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

Voting Rights & Restoration in South Dakota

Felony voting rights in South Dakota: After prison.