How Much Is a Birth Certificate in South Dakota? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in South Dakota costs $15 from the South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records. The $15 is a non-refundable search fee; online and phone orders add a VitalChek fee. Ordering online usually adds a VitalChek convenience fee on top of the state price.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What it costs in South Dakota
- Certified birth certificate: $15
- Death certificate (for comparison): $15
- Issuing office: South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records by mail, in person, or online. You'll need a valid photo ID and, in most states, a qualifying relationship to the person named on the record. The $15 is a non-refundable search fee; online and phone orders add a VitalChek fee. Need a death record too? See our South Dakota death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in South Dakota?
A certified copy is $15 from the South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in South Dakota?
From the South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. The $15 is a non-refundable search fee; online and phone orders add a VitalChek fee.
Can I order a South Dakota birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $15 state price.