South Dakota Immigration Laws

South Dakota has introduced legislation to prohibit the state and its political subdivisions from adopting policies that limit cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. The state has no sanctuary cities.

South Dakota does not issue driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants. Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status. DACA recipients with valid work permits are eligible for driver's licenses.

South Dakota does not extend in-state tuition to undocumented immigrants or DACA recipients. The state has not introduced legislation to extend or deny such access.

South Dakota does not currently mandate E-Verify for employers. Legislation (HB 1209) has been introduced to require all employers to use E-Verify, with fines up to $2,000 per violation.