Hawaii DMV Services
The Department of Customer Services is in charge of motor vehicle and licensing tasks in Hawaii. You will need to visit the right office for your needs. The state has separate offices for licensing and motor vehicle tasks.
Getting a License in Hawaii
The state of Hawaii has many Driver Licensing Centers to choose from so you should be able to find one that is located close to your home. These services keep different hours and are open on different days of the week. Some are open Monday through Friday, while others are only open Tuesday and Thursday.
In addition, the state operates different types of licensing offices. There are full-service locations and satellite locations. The satellite locations don’t offer written and road tests. They only provide license renewals and duplicates. The full-service locations provide all licensing services.
Preparing for a Trip to a Driver Licensing Center
Preparation will cut down on the time it takes when you visit a Driver Licensing Center. The Department of Customer Service makes it easy to prepare by offering an interactive document guide. When you visit the guide, select Driver License, Instruction Permit, or State ID. Then, you will answer a series of questions. When you are done, the site will let you know which documents you need to bring with you. It will also include links to the forms you will need to fill out. You can print the forms off and fill them out before you arrive at the DMV. If you have all of your documents and forms ready when you arrive at the DMV, you will be able to get in and out quickly.
Tags, Titles, and Registrations
You can visit a Satellite City Hall location for your motor vehicle registration needs. You can also take care of your registration needs online. You will need to have your license plate number and the last four numbers of your VIN to complete the task online. You can pay with MasterCard, Discover, or Visa.
Contact the Department of Customer Services
Motor Vehicle, Licensing, and Permits Division
Chinatown Gateway Plaza
1031 Nuuanu Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96817
Phone: 808-532-7730
Motor Vehicle Registration Information
Phone: 808-768-4324
Driver Licensing and State ID Information
Phone: 808-532-7730
Driver's Toolbox
Master Your Driving Skills
- Driving Simulator: Practice driving in a virtual environment before you hit the road.
- Parallel Parking Guide: Learn the steps to master parallel parking quickly and easily.
- Stick Shift Manual: Get the hang of manual transmission and enjoy the drive.
- Adjusting Your Mirrors: Ensure maximum visibility and safety by setting your mirrors correctly.
- Three-Point Turn Tutorial: Ace this common driving maneuver with ease.
- Parking Skills: Become an expert at backing into parking spaces with confidence.
- Steering Wheel Techniques: Discover the safest and most effective way to hold the steering wheel.
Vehicle Maintenance & Knowledge
- VIN Decoder: Unravel the information behind your vehicle's unique VIN.
- Car Waxing Tips: Keep your car shining with the right waxing techniques.
Fun & Education
- Driving Games: Enjoy learning the rules of the road through interactive driving games.
For New & International Drivers
- Learner's Permit Resources: Everything you need to know to get started on your driving journey.
- International Driver's License Guide: Navigate the process of acquiring an international driver's license.
