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GoCertificates is your online resource for ordering certified copies of State of South Dakota Vital Records. We are committed to getting your birth or death certificates direct to your door.

Requests for Vital events certificates are directed to and processed by the South Dakota Department of Health.

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Processing Times

Current processing time for South dakota is 2-5 weeks. Processing begins once you have submitted all required documents through GoCertificates.com.

  • Shipping time is separate from processing time. Add both together for your total expected delivery window.
  • Processing time is determined by South Dakota Vital Records, not GoCertificates. Times may vary based on current volume.

Identification Requirements

All applicants must submit a copy of an accepted form of identification and a copy of proof of relationship (if required). After placing your order, you will need to upload an image of your identification and proof of relationship (if required). Your order will only be processed once a legible copy of identification and proof of relationship (if required) are received along with payment.

All applicants must provide a valid photo identification as required.

Valid Photo Identification:

Submit a copy of 1 of the following:

  • State Issued Photo Driver’s License
  • State Issued Photo Identification Card
  • Passport or Visa
  • Tribal ID
  • U.S. Military ID Card

If you cannot provide any from the list:D

You must submit at least 2 forms of secondary IDs from the following list:

  • Social Security Card
  • Utility bill with current address
  • Bank statement with current address
  • Car registration or title with current address
  • Pay stub (must include your name, social security number and the address of the business)

Who Can Order a Birth Certificate?

Applicant Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Self Valid Photo Identification
Current Spouse Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Parent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Child Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Legal Guardian Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Personal or Property Right Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Funeral Director, Attorney, or Physician Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Designated Agent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Grandparent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Grandchild Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Sibling Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents

Who Can Order a Death Certificate?

Applicant Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Current Spouse Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Parent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Child Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Legal Guardian Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Personal or Property Right Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Funeral Director, Attorney, or Physician Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Designated Agent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Grandparent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Grandchild Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Sibling Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents

Have Questions About Your South Dakota Order?

Our team is available to help with any questions about ordering your South Dakota vital records.

1-800-324-6380 (Option 1)  |  orderprocessing@genesisinfo.com

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