OFFICE CLOSURE ALERT - THURSDAY AUGUST 20, 2026

The Hilo Driver License and Motor Vehicle Registration offices will be closed on Thursday, August 20, 2026, to complete the relocation of the Motor Vehicle Registration office to the Driver License office at 120 Pauahi Street.

Regular business hours will resume on Monday, August 24, 2026

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we complete this transition.

OFFICE APPOINTMENTS

ROAD TEST APPOINTMENTS

DRIVER LICENSE RENEWAL

OUT-OF-STATE DRIVER’S LICENSE

REGISTRATION RENEWALS
NEW DESIGN COMING SOON!

NEW DESIGN COMING SOON!

New Hawaii Driver License and State ID design coming soon!

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HAWAIʻI ROAD USAGE CHARGE PROGRAM

HAWAIʻI ROAD USAGE CHARGE PROGRAM

The Hawaiʻi Road Usage Charge (HIRUC) Program begins for electric vehicles on July 1, 2025.

TEXT MESSAGE SCAM ALERT

TEXT MESSAGE SCAM ALERT

Hawaii County Vehicle Registration and Licensing is warning Hawaii residents of fraudulent text messages that is attempting to steal money by claiming to be from the "Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)" that threaten to suspend vehicle registration and driving privileges.

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TAKE CLASS 3 WRITTEN EXAM ONLINE!

TAKE CLASS 3 WRITTEN EXAM ONLINE!

Applicants are now able to complete the written test online BEFORE coming in to apply for an instruction permit.

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MOBILE DRIVER LICENSE

MOBILE DRIVER LICENSE

Hawaiʻi residents can now opt to carry a digital version of their REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state identification card on their mobile device. This convenient and secure option provides a safe way to present your ID.

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LICENSE MISPRINT

LICENSE MISPRINT

Any applicants who were issued license in February 2023 are encouraged to check their license or ID to see if they have a misprinted credential.

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