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South Dakota Marriage Certificates
Learn how to order South Dakota marriage certificates from the South Dakota Department of Health - Vital Records Office (SD-DOH - VRO). The current processing time for South Dakota marriage certificate requests is 2 to 5 weeks. The state fee for each certified copy is $15.00. Immediate family members and persons (s) of record can request marriage certificates.
How to Order State of South Dakota Marriage Certificates
You can now order South Dakota marriage certificates through VRO’s online filing service. VRO offers a secure and simple way to order marriage certificates. We handle the entire application process, ensuring accuracy and ease of use. Your application is securely delivered to the South Dakota Department of Health (SD-DOH) Office of Vital Records for processing, allowing them to issue and mail your marriage certificate to you. You can place the order yourself in person or by mail through the SD-DOH - Vital Records Office by following the specific steps and meeting certain requirements. Confirm and review the costs, eligibility, requirements, and current processing times before ordering to ensure a smooth application process.
Ordering with VRO
Requesting a South Dakota marriage certificate through our online filing service is quick and easy.
- Complete the online application and upload your documents.
- Process your order.
Starting from
$29+ state fees
Benefits of Ordering Online with VRO
- 5 minutes process
- No waiting in lines
- No handling paperwork or mail
- Simplified application process
- 24 hour service
- Online assistance by specialists
- Verification and error-checking
- Order tracking
- Online notary
- Pay online by credit card
- Remote processing time
required documents
What Documents Are Required to Order State of South Dakota Marriage Certificates?
The SD-DOH-Vital Records Office requires all applicants to provide proof of identity. If you do not possess a valid form of primary identification, including a state-issued driver’s license or government-issued photo ID, you may submit two secondary forms of identification, such as a social security number and pay stub. If your ID has expired, it will not be accepted, so you must provide two secondary forms of identification. The table below lists the required documents and information to order a certified copy of a South Dakota marriage certificate.
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Primary ID Requirements Options | Secondary ID Requirements Options |
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Driver’s license Applicants who are applying by mail must EITHER:
| Driver’s license Applicants who are applying by mail must EITHER:
Social Security Card |
Cost & fees
What Are the Costs and Fees Associated with Replacing a Marriage Certificate in South Dakota?
The costs for obtaining a marriage certificate vary depending on the fees defined by the SD-DOH and the preferred application method. The SD-DOH charges a $15.00 fee for each certified copy of the marriage certificate. The rush processing fee is Not Available. When using VRO's online filing service, the fee starts at $29.00, plus state fees. VRO provides a secure online solution for ordering marriage certificates.
State Fee |
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$15.00 |
Rush Processing |
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Not Available |
Additional Copy |
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1 x $15.00 |
Processing time
How Long Does It Take to Process and Receive a Marriage Certificate in South Dakota?
The processing time for replacement marriage certificates in South Dakota typically takes 2 to 5 weeks. Rush service is processed the day the application is received. To avoid delays, we recommend using VRO’s easy online service, which helps prevent incomplete submissions and errors.
Processing Time |
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2 to 5 weeks |
Rush Processing Time |
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Not Available |
Authorization
Who is Authorized to Order a South Dakota Marriage Certificate?
The SD-DOH states that marriage records are not open for public inspection. The individuals on record can request a certified copy of their documents with proof of identity. To request a marriage record on behalf of someone else, confirm that you are eligible. The SD-DOH – Vital Records Office defines which third-party individuals can request certificates, including certain family members and attorneys.
Authorized People
- Attorneys
- Authorized Agent
- Children
- Designated Agent
- Funeral Director
- Heir
- Legal Guardian
- Other person of interest (personal and property rights)
- Parents
- Person on Record
- Physician
- Self
- Spouse
Do I Need to Notarize My Application for a South Dakota Marriage Application?
You do not need a notarized statement when requesting a marriage certificate in South Dakota, regardless of how the request is made. However, a notarized statement may be necessary if a third-party representative requests a marriage record. A notarized application can also be used as proof of identity when ordering by mail if the applicant cannot provide a photocopy of a valid ID.
Tracking
How to Track the Status of Your South Dakota Marriage Certificate
When you place your order with VRO, you can track the status of your application online as we handle it. VRO verifies your documents before sending them to the South Dakota Department of Health – Vital Records Office (SDDOH-VRO) for processing. You can also request mail tracking through VRO to monitor the progress of your application to the health department.
When manually mailing your marriage request to the SDDOH-VRO, including a self-addressed stamped envelope with your application is optional. Purchasing mail tracking is recommended to guarantee timely handling and secure delivery of your certificate. Once your certificate is mailed from the state office, they are not responsible for lost or misdirected certificates.
frequently asked questions
Other FAQs
How to Replace a Lost or Stolen South Dakota Marriage Certificate
If you lose your marriage certificate:
- Submit an application for a certified replacement copy in person, by telephone, by mail, or online through VRO. You will need to complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the SD-DOH.
- For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to a health department close to you.
- For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the SD-DOH at:
South Dakota Department of Health,
Vital Records Office,
221 West Capitol Ave,
Pierre, SD 57501 - For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
- For requesting by phone: Contact (605) 773-4961 and follow the specific instructions given
- SD-DOH will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.
How to Correct or Amend a South Dakota Marriage Certificate
The amendment process can differ based on the changes needed. An amendment is necessary when any information in the marriage record needs to be changed.
Marriage records can be amended upon request by either of the individuals named in the record, the person who officiated the marriage, the local registrar who filed the marriage, or a legal representative acting on behalf of one of the individuals. The applicant must sign the Marriage Amendment Request form in the presence of a notary public.
In South Dakota, some amendments require a court order, such as any change to a surname on a marriage record made a year or more after the event, unless the change involves a minor spelling error.
Correcting or amending marriage records usually will require the following:
- A completed, notarized amendment application; Marriage Record Amendment Request
- Supporting documentation must be over 7 years old if the record is over 1 year old when requesting a correction.
- Appropriate fee(s): the amendment fee is $8.00, and each certified copy of the amended record costs $15.00.
How to Obtain an Apostille for a South Dakota Certificate
Apostilles can be requested from the South Dakota Secretary of State or Vital Records Online (VRO). VRO offers reliable apostille services in all 50 states and is legally recognized by governments and organizations in over 100 countries.
An apostille is necessary to certify vital records for use in another country. The South Dakota Secretary of State issues apostilles for vital records originally filed with the SD-DOH.
To request by mail, you’ll need to provide the following information:
- A completed Apostille/Authentication Request Form.
- Certified marriage record certificate
- Processing fee of $25.00 per document via check or money order payable to the Secretary of State (cash and all major credit cards also accepted)
- Self-addressed envelope only if expedited delivery is needed (DHL not accepted)
For standard or express shipping (UPS or Federal Express), submit the request to the physical address below: