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
While most DMV centers in Hawaii close at 5pm, we encourage you to visit earlier during hours of operation to be sure you get the help you need.
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.
Honolulu
Honolulu
99-501 Salt Lake Blvd.
(808) 487-5534
Honolulu
1199 Dillingham Blvd. A109
(808) 532-7730
Honolulu
1000 Fort Street Mall
(808) 768-4103
Honolulu
1031 Nuuanu Ave.
(808) 532-7700
Honolulu
1450 Ala Moana Blvd. #1286
(808) 768-3798
Kaneohe
45-480 Kaneohe Bay Drive
(808) 768-4100
Kaneohe
47-388 Hui Iwa St., Site 19
(808) 239-6301
Kaneohe
47-388 Hui Iwa St.
(808) 239-6301
Waianae
85-670 Farrington Highway Waianae Neighborhood Community Center
(808) 768-3798
Waianae
85-670 Farrington Hwy.
(808) 768-4222
Aiea
98-1005 Moanalua Road 244B
(808) 768-3798
Aiea
99-501 Salt Lake Boulevard
487-5534
Koolau
47-388 Hui Iwa St., Suite 19
(808) 239-6301
Maui
Pukalani
91 Pukalani St.
(808) 270-7363
Pukalani
91 Pukalani St.(Hannibal Tavares Community Center)
(808) 270-7363
Lanai City
Fraser Avenue Lanai City Gym
(808) 565-7878
Lanai City
309 Seventh Street
(808) 565-7878
Kahului
70 East Kaahumanu Ave.
(808) 270-7363
Kahului
70 E. Kaahumanu Ave., Suite A-17 (Maui Mall Shopping Center)
(808) 270-7363
Kihei
303 East Lipoa St. Kihei Community Center
(808) 270-7363
Kihei
303 East Lipoa St.
(808) 270-7363
Hana
At Mile Marker 33 County Public Works Office
(808) 248-7280
Hana
Hana Hwy. and Uakea Rd. (County Public Works Office)
(808) 248-7280
Hawaii
Hilo
101 Pauahi St. #5
(808) 961-8351
Hilo
349 Kapiolani St. District of South Hilo Police Station
(808) 961-2222
Hilo
349 Kapiolani St.
(808) 961-2222
Kailua Kona
75-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway West Hawaii Civic Center
(808) 323-4800
Kailua Kona
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway
(808) 323-4800
Kamuela
67-5185 Kamamalu St. Waimea District Police Station
(808) 887-3087
Kamuela
65-1158 Mamalahoa Hwy
(808) 881-3488
Kona
74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy. (West Hawaii Civic Center)
(808) 323-4800
Laupahoehoe
Puu Alaalea Street Laupahoehoe District Police Station
(808) 962-2120
Kauai
Lihue
4444 Rice St. Ste. 466
(808) 241-4256
