South Dakota · State Reference
South Dakota Auctioneer
Requirements
South Dakota does not have a state issued auction license. Cities and counties may require their own local permits. There is no state auction exam.
What Is Actually Required
- No state auction license.
- Local municipalities and counties may have their own permit requirements. Check directly with the specific location where you will be operating.
Auction Procedure Rules
Under South Dakota Administrative Rule 20:69:06:07 and its subsections, separate defined procedures exist for with reserve auctions and absolute auctions, conditions under which a secured party or lienholder is permitted to bid at an absolute auction, and a specific procedure section addressing internet auction sales.
Why Education Still Matters Without an Auction Licensing Exam
South Dakota does not require an auction exam, but understanding the fundamentals, including the chant, contract handling, ethics, and running a professional auction business, is precisely the kind of practical knowledge that protects you from avoidable mistakes.
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View the South Dakota CourseSources
- South Dakota Administrative Rules 20:69:06:02 through 20:69:06:10, Real Estate Auctioneer Licenses, via Justia and Cornell Legal Information Institute
- South Dakota Division of Labor and Regulation, Real Estate Auctioneer Application
- South Dakota Department of Revenue, Auctioneers, Auction Clerks, and Auction Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a license to be an auctioneer in South Dakota?
No. South Dakota has no state issued auctioneer license.