Application Checklist

Prepare Your Documents

Documents South Dakota may ask for. You may not need every item. Tap to mark as ready.

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  Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license) and alien status

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  Social Security numbers for all household members

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  If employed

  proof of income for the past 30 days (wage stubs, earning statements)

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  If self-employed

  income tax return, self-employment ledgers, etc.

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  Proof of other income (Social Security, SSI, unemployment, child support, rental income, VA benefits, interest income, etc.)

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  Information on checking, savings, CD, credit union, retirement, stock, bond and dividend accounts

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  Optional verifications that may increase benefits

  shelter costs, dependent care expenses, medical expenses (age 60+ or permanently disabled), child support obligations and payments

Source: dss.sd.gov

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