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South Dakota Death Certificate Application

Official state formFree downloadLast verified November 9, 2026

The Vital Records Request form is used to order a certified copy of a South Dakota death certificate. It is filed with the South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records Office, or a county Register of Deeds office.

Who can use this form

  • A spouse, parent or child of the person who died
  • A grandparent, sibling or grandchild over 18
  • A guardian, with proof of guardianship
  • A designated agent, funeral director, attorney or physician acting for the family
  • Anyone else can get an informational copy only

What to send with it

  • The completed and signed application
  • A copy of your government-issued photo ID, or two secondary documents
  • A notarized signature in Section 2 if you mail the form without an ID copy
  • The state fee by check payable to VITAL RECORDS

Where to send it

Mail to
Vital Records 221 W Capitol Ave Pierre, SD 57501
State fee
$15 per certified copy
Typical processing
About 2 to 5 weeks
Source
Official government page
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