Pharmacist License Renewal in South Dakota (2026)

Pharmacist license renewal in South Dakota is handled by the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy, which requires Pharmacist (RPh)s to renew every 12 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

South Dakota Pharmacist renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	12 months
Deadline rule	Pharmacist licenses are renewed annually and all licenses expire September 30 each year. There is no grace period; a late fee applies to renewals submitted after September 30.
CE hours required	12 hours
Renewal fee	$125.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	South Dakota Board of Pharmacy

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Continuing-education requirements for Pharmacists in South Dakota

Twelve hours of approved (ACPE-accredited) continuing education are required for annual licensure; per the board, these hours may be earned during the two years prior to the license expiration date. Pharmacists who hold authorization to administer immunizations must additionally complete 1 CE hour relating to immunization each year and maintain current CPR certification (this immunization authorization expires annually with the pharmacist license). The official pages do not specify mandatory pharmacy-law/jurisprudence, controlled-substance/opioid, patient-safety, or live-CE hours, so none are listed here.

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How to renew your Pharmacist license in South Dakota

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy portal.
Complete the required 12 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Annual renewal (expires Sept 30, no grace period); $125 fee, $25 late fee after Sept 30. No fee for deployed active-duty military members or their spouses. CE hours are self-attested and not entered in the online renewal (the system asks the licensee to certify completion). The 12-hour requirement is described by the board as earnable within the two years prior to expiration, which is an unusual framing for an annual license — verify exact look-back with the board. Renewal is completed via the SDBOP iGov online portal (sdbop.igovsolution.net). Immunization authorization now expires annually alongside the pharmacist license. The official CE page does not mention CPE Monitor or mandatory subject-area CE.

Pharmacist license renewal in South Dakota: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Pharmacist license in South Dakota?

South Dakota Pharmacist licenses renew every 12 months. Pharmacist licenses are renewed annually and all licenses expire September 30 each year. There is no grace period; a late fee applies to renewals submitted after September 30.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Pharmacist license in South Dakota?

Approximately 12 continuing-education hours per cycle. Twelve hours of approved (ACPE-accredited) continuing education are required for annual licensure; per the board, these hours may be earned during the two years prior to the license expiration date. Pharmacists who hold authorization to administer immunizations must additionally complete 1 CE hour relating to immunization each year and maintain current CPR certification (this immunization authorization expires annually with the pharmacist license). The official pages do not specify mandatory pharmacy-law/jurisprudence, controlled-substance/opioid, patient-safety, or live-CE hours, so none are listed here. Confirm the current requirement with the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy.

Can I renew my South Dakota Pharmacist license online?

Yes — South Dakota offers online renewal through the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my South Dakota Pharmacist license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $25 may apply. Contact the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy promptly if your license has lapsed.

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