renew their cards.''
• Some data changes on a driver license or replacement license also may be obtained online or by mail. And minors with restricted permits may upgrade those permits to full operators' license electronically or by mail.
• Driver licenses are valid for five years. The law allows online renewal every other five-year cycle. License holders who prefer to renew at an exam station will take the standard vision test.
• Online or mail-in renewal is available to citizens holding a federally compliant driver license. South Dakota began issuing those licenses on Dec. 31, 2009. Since licenses may be renewed up to 180 days prior to the expiration of a license, holders of federally compliant cards will be able to begin using the online system after July 1.
• Applicants who would prefer to visit an exam station in person are reminded that the Driver Licensing Program offers scheduled appointments in several cities. To schedule an appointment for driver license or ID card renewal in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen or Watertown, or with any other driver licensing questions, applicants may go online (http://dps.sd.gov/licensing/driver_licensing/default.aspx) or call 1-800-952-3696.