1. What is the difference between a Passport Card and a Book in South Dakota?

A Passport Card is a wallet-sized card that can be used to enter the United States by land or sea from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. It is not valid for air travel. A Passport Book is a larger passport that is valid for both land and air travel, and can also be used to obtain a visa for travel to certain countries.

2. Does South Dakota accept both Passport Cards and Books as valid forms of identification?

Yes, South Dakota accepts both a Passport Card and Passport Book as valid forms of identification.

3. Is a Passport Card accepted as valid proof of citizenship in South Dakota?

Yes, a Passport Card is accepted as valid proof of citizenship in South Dakota.

4. What are the fees associated with obtaining a Passport Card or Book in South Dakota?

A Passport Card or Book in South Dakota will cost $110 for adults (16 and over) and $80 for minors (under 16). There is also an $35 application fee for both adults and minors.

5. How long is a Passport Card valid for in South Dakota?

A Passport Card in South Dakota is valid for 10 years.

6. How long is a Passport Book valid for in South Dakota?

Passport Books issued to adult applicants (age 16 and over) are valid for ten years. Passport Books issued to minor applicants (under age 16) are valid for five years.

7. Are there age restrictions for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in South Dakota?

Yes, applicants must be at least 16 years old to apply for a Passport Book or Card in South Dakota. Minors aged 15 and under must apply in person with both parents or legal guardians.

8. Can a Passport Card or Book be used as a form of photo identification in South Dakota?

Yes, a Passport Card or Book can be used as a form of photo identification in South Dakota.

9. Are both the Passport Card and the Book accepted for international travel from South Dakota?

No, only the passport book is accepted for international travel from South Dakota. The passport card is only accepted for land and sea travel to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean region.

10. Is a background check required for obtaining a Passport Card or Book in South Dakota?

Yes. The US Department of State (DOS) requires all passport applicants to provide proof of US citizenship and identity. This includes submitting an original or certified copy of a birth certificate, naturalization certificate, valid driver’s license, or another form of valid government-issued ID. The DOS also requires a background check for Passport Card and Book applications. The background check includes a criminal history record check, which must be submitted with the application.

11. Is a passport card or book required to enter the US from South Dakota?

Yes, a passport is required to enter the United States from South Dakota.

12. What documents are needed to apply for a passport card or book in South Dakota?

In order to apply for a passport book or card in South Dakota, an individual must provide a completed passport application form, proof of U.S. citizenship, proof of identity (such as a driver’s license or state-issued ID card), a passport photo, and payment for the fees associated with the application.

13. Are additional fees required to renew a passport card or book in South Dakota?

No, there are no additional fees required to renew a passport card or book in South Dakota.

14. Are passport cards or books accepted as valid forms of identification in all of South Dakota’s counties?

No, passport cards and books are not accepted as valid forms of identification in all of South Dakota’s counties. Acceptable forms of identification vary from county to county, so it is important to check with the county’s election office for the most up-to-date information.

15. Can both the passport card and the book be used to apply for jobs in South Dakota?

No, the passport card cannot be used to apply for jobs in South Dakota. The passport book can be used to verify identity and U.S. citizenship for employment purposes.

16. Is it necessary to present a passport card or book when applying for driver’s licenses in South Dakota?

Yes. When applying for a driver’s license in South Dakota, a valid U.S. passport card or book must be presented as proof of identity. This is in addition to other required forms of identification.

17. Can a passport card or book be used as proof of residence in South Dakota?

No, passport cards or books are not accepted as proof of residence in South Dakota. Acceptable forms of proof of residence in South Dakota include a valid South Dakota driver’s license, a state identification card, or two items from a list of other acceptable documents.

18. Are there any restrictions on where passport cards and books can be used within South Dakota?

Yes, passport cards and books can only be used in South Dakota if traveling to Mexico, Canada, Bermuda, or the Caribbean Islands.

19. Can a passport card or book be used to register to vote in South Dakota?

No, a passport card or book cannot be used to register to vote in South Dakota.

20. Does South Dakota have any special requirements for passport cards and books issued within its borders?

No, South Dakota does not have any special requirements for passport cards and books issued within its borders. All applicants must meet the same criteria as all other states.