Hawaii

Yes. Hawaii uses a graduated driver's license (GDL) program, which gives you certain driving privileges over a period of time.

If you're under 18 and driving on your learner's permit, you can only drive:

• If accompanied by a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.
• Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.

If you're under 18 and driving on your provisional license, restrictions include:

• Only one passenger under 18 years old who is not in your immediate family.
• No driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless:
  • Accompanied by a fully-licensed passenger 21 or older.

OR

• Driving to and from:
  • School.
  • Work.
  • Church.

What happens after you pass your road test depends on your age.

• If you're under 18: You'll be granted your Hawaii provisional license.
• If you're 18 or older: You're granted your full Hawaii driver's license.

After receiving your permit, you'll be required to have a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old in the front seat.

No. Your photo will be taken at whichever HI Department of Motor Vehicles office you go to when you're issued your permit.

Once you get your Hawaii instruction permit, you will be able to drive with anyone who is at least 21 years old and fully licensed.

Through the Hawaii graduated driver's license program, you'll have to have your HI learner's permit for at least 6 months before you can apply for your provisional license.

The license application process in Hawaii includes:

• Bringing in the appropriate identifying documents.
• Passing the HI road skills test.

After the above are completed, the state will issue you your provisional license. At this point, you'll only be able to drive:

• With a fully licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.
• With only 1 passenger who's under 18 and not part of your immediate family.
• Between the hours of 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. unless driving:
  • With a fully-licensed passenger age 21 or older.

OR

• To or from:
  • School.
  • Work.
  • Church.

You can upgrade to your full Hawaii license after 6 months.

Where you go to apply for your driver's license in Hawaii depends on the county or island where you're applying for your license.

You can find more information at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County Department of Finance.

Appropriate documents depend on whether you're a:

• U.S. citizen.
• Immigrant/permanent resident.
• Non-immigrant.

Some common forms of ID include a:

• U.S. birth certificate or passport.
• Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate of Citizenship.
• Valid alien registration card.

The state has outlined a complete list of acceptable identification and legal status documents here.

If you're over 18, you'll need to bring proof of your:

• Identification and age.
• Lawful status in the U.S.
• Hawaii address.
• Social Security number.

You'll also need a completed driver's license application form.

To apply for your learner's permit when you're under 18 years old in Hawaii, you'll need:

• Proof of your:
  • Identity and age.
  • Hawaii residency.
  • Legal status in the U.S.
  • Social Security number.
• A parent or guardian.
  • They must sign a consent form on your behalf.
• A completed driver's license application form.
• The appropriate fees for your application and written test.
• A Driver's Ed completion certificate.

If you're under 18, to apply for your Hawaii license, you'll need to:

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Have practiced on your permit for at least 6 months.
• Have a parent, legal guardian, or certified driving instructor sign a consent form on your behalf.
• Pass the driving skills exam.
• Pay the appropriate fee.

To get your driver's license in Hawaii if you're 18 or older, you'll need to:

• Prove your:
  • Identity.
  • Age.
  • Lawful status in the U.S.
  • Hawaii residency.
  • Social Security number.
• Pass a:
  • Vision test.
  • Written knowledge exam.
  • Driving test.
• Pay the appropriate fee.

If you're under 18 years old, you'll have to practice on your learner's permit for at least 6 months before you can take your driving skills test.

If you're 18 years old or older, you can schedule your road test as soon as you successfully pass your written exam.

Unfortunately, Hawaii does not offer any programs to help residents with suspended licenses drive, even to work or school. If your license is suspended in Hawaii, you'll simply have to wait out your sentence, then follow the proper protocol to have your license restored.

No. Once you pass the written exam, you'll be eligible to take the HI road test.

During your Hawaii road test, you'll be asked to complete a variety of common tasks that occur on the road. You'll also be tested on your ability to locate vehicle controls and safely operate a vehicle on streets and highways. This includes your ability to safely:

• Start your car.
• Drive through a business district.
• Parallel park.
• Demonstrate the ability to properly:
  • Signal.
  • Make right- and left-hand turns.
  • Start and stop the car.
• Put your vehicle in motion on a slight grade without rolling backwards.
• Obey all traffic laws and safe driving practices.

Your instructor may give you further instructions while in the car to cover other skills and situations.

It's important to take an appropriate vehicle to your Hawaii road test. The vehicle must not only meet all safety standards in the state, but have all proper and up-to-date paperwork.

You'll have to arrive to the test with someone who's at least 21 years old and fully-licensed.

Finally, the examiner will take note of everything you do while in the car, even before you start driving. Make sure to follow all proper safe driving practices, including buckling your seatbelt and checking your mirrors before you begin.

You can be accompanied by anyone to your driving exam. If you are driving there, however, and on your instruction permit, you may only bring other licensed passengers who are 21 or older.

Your vehicle must have all of the proper and up-to-date credentials, including:

• License plates.
• Registration.
• Safety stickers.
• Insurance.

The vehicle must also abide by all state safety standards, including safe and functioning:

• Brakes.
• Brake lights.
• Turning signals.
• Door latches.
• Exhaust system.
• Headlights.
• Hood latches.
• Horn.
• Rear- and side-view mirrors.
• Seatbelts.
• Steering wheel.
• Tail lights.
• Tires.
• Windshield. (No cracks that diminish visibility are permitted.)

Where you take your Hawaii road test depends on which island you're testing on.

You can find the full list of HI DMV contact information in the Hawaii driver's manual.

Fees vary depending on which county (island) you're applying for your driver's license in. You can find the most updated fee charts at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County.

The Hawaii Driver's Manual is available online. You can also ask your local HI DMV office for a copy.

In Hawaii, you must be at least:

• 15 Âœ years old to apply for your learner's permit.
• 16 years old to apply for your provisional license.
• 18 years old to apply for your full Hawaii driver's license.

Fees vary depending on which county (island) you're applying for your driver's license in. You can find the most updated fee charts at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County.

No. There is no requirement to pass a drug test before being issued your Hawaii driving permit.

No. The Hawaii written exam is not open book, which is why it's especially important to study or take a practice test beforehand.

The biggest mistake people make is taking the test for granted.

While it's not necessarily designed to be tricky, it can be difficult if you don't study the laws.

Make sure to give yourself enough time to study the Hawaii Driver's Manual and take some free practice tests in order to give yourself the best chance possible for passing.

To get your learner's permit in Hawaii if you're under 18, you'll need:

• A completed driver's license application.
• Proof of your:
  • Name and date of birth.
  • Hawaii residence.
  • Legal presence in the United States.
  • Social Security number.
• A completion certificate from a state-approved Driver's Ed program.

The process involves a few other steps, including:

• Paying the appropriate fee.
• Passing a vision test and the written exam.

You can apply for a Hawaii instruction permit when you're 15 œ years old.

To apply for a Hawaii learner's permit, you'll have to be at least 15 œ years old.

Schedule an appointment with your closest participating HI Department of Motor Vehicles office, and bring:

• Proof of your:
  • Identity and age.
  • Hawaii residency.
  • Legal status in the U.S.
  • Social Security number.
• A parent or guardian.
  • They must sign a consent form on your behalf.
• A completed driver's license application form.
• The appropriate fees for your application and written test.
• A Driver's Ed completion certificate.

At this appointment, you'll also need to successfully pass:

• A vision exam.
• The written knowledge test.

Once the tests are passed and the paperwork filed, you'll be issued your Hawaii learner's permit.

The Hawaii written driver's exam consists of 25 multiple-choice questions. Subjects may include (but are not limited to):

• Hawaii traffic laws.
• Highway signs by shape and symbol.
• Traffic signals.
• Pavement markings.
• Driving equipment.

All questions will be sourced directly from the Hawaii Driver's Manual, though you may also want to study with a free practice test.

Yes. You will have to complete a state-approved Driver's Education course before you can apply for your HI learner's permit.

Reading the Hawaii Driver's Manual is the best idea to learn the information.

You can also find a number of practice tests online.

Yes. You'll have to pass a vision test at the same appointment as your written exam in order to get your permit.

No. A medical physical exam is not required to get a regular Hawaii driver's license.

You'll need to arrive with a parent, legal guardian, or certified driving instructor who can sign a consent form on your behalf.

You can contact the Hawaii Department of Motor Vehicles by email, phone, or regular mail.

Contact information can be found at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County Department of Finance.

You can apply for a supervised instruction permit in Hawaii when you're 15 œ years old.

Hawaii uses a Graduated Driver's License (GDL) system, that loosens restrictions over time.

If you're driving on your learner's permit, you can only drive:

• If accompanied by a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.
• Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.

If you're driving on your provisional license, restrictions include:

• Only one passenger under 18 years old who is not in your immediate family.
• No driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless:
  • Accompanied by a fully-licensed passenger 21 or older.

OR

• Driving to and from:
  • School.
  • Work.
  • Church.

Once you're driving on your full license, all restrictions are lifted.

While driving on your learner's permit, you will only be allowed to drive:

• Between the hours of 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.
• If there's a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old with you.

You'll have to complete a driver' license application form to get your learner's permit (and, eventually, your license).

If you're under 18 years old, you'll have to have a parent, legal guardian or certified driving instructor present to sign the form on your behalf.

To get a driver's license in Hawaii, you'll have to pass:

• A vision test.
• The written knowledge exam.
• The driving skills test.

You'll have to complete a state-approved Driver's Education course before you can apply for your learner's permit.

Before you can apply for your Hawaii instruction permit, you must:

• Be at least 15 Âœ years old.
• Successfully pass a state-approved Driver's Ed course.

To be eligible for a Hawaii instruction permit, you must:

• Be at least 15 Âœ years old.
• Complete a state-approved Driver's Ed course.
• Provide proof of your:
  • Age.
  • Identity.
  • Hawaii residency.
  • Legal status in the U.S.
  • Social Security number.
• Pass:
  • A vision test.
  • The written knowledge exam.
• Pay the appropriate fee.

If you're under 18 years old, you'll also need a parent, legal guardian or certified driving instructor to sign a consent form on your behalf.

It depends. Each island/county in Hawaii has slightly different rules around license renewal. Current eye-exam requirements are as follows:

• Kauai County: Yes.
• Hawaii County: Yes.
• Maui County: Yes.
• Honolulu County: No.

It's currently only possible to renew your Hawaii license by mail in Hawaii County. To qualify, you must be:

• An established resident.
• REAL ID-compliant.

To renew your Hawaii County license by mail, send a request to the DMV at [email protected] with the following information:

• Your name as it appears on your current driver's license;
• Your social security number or driver's license number;
• Your date of birth;
• A phone number or e-mail address where you can be reached;
• An address where you can receive mail;
• Your signature as it appears on your license.

You should receive more information from the state at that point on how to proceed.

No. Hawaii requires residents to renew their license in-person in almost all cases.

To renew your Hawaii driver's license, you'll need:

• A completed driver license application.
• Proof of your:
  • Name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Hawaii residence.
  • Legal presence in the United States.
  • Social Security number.

The renewal process involves a few other steps, including:

• Passing a vision exam (except in Honolulu County).
• Paying the appropriate fee.
• Having a clear driving status on the National Driver Registry.

You'll most likely have to renew your license in person at the HI DMV. You can find more information for how to schedule an appointment at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County.

Hawaii licenses are good for:

• 4 years, when you're between 18-24 years old.
• 8 years, when you're between 25-71 years old.
• 2 years, if you're 72 or older.

You can renew your license up to 6 months before your renewal date.

Fees vary depending on which county (island) you're renewing your driver's license in. You can find the most updated fee charts at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County.

No. When you take the test, it will only be you and the examiner in the car.

However, since you will not yet be fully licensed when driving to the test, you'll need to arrive with a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.

You can take the Hawaii written exam as many times as you need to in order to pass. However, if you fail, you'll have to wait at least 7 days before you can try again.

Yes, every question on the test is multiple choice.

At the same appointment you take your written test, you'll have to bring:

• Proof of your:
  • Identity and age.
  • Hawaii residency.
  • Legal status in the United States.
  • Social Security number.
• A completed driver's license application form.
  • Must be signed by a parent or guardian if you're under 18.
• A completion certificate from a state-approved Driver's Ed course (if under 18).
• The appropriate fee.

The Hawaii written permit test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions that will quiz you on:

• Hawaii traffic laws.
• Highway signs by shape and symbol.
• Traffic signals.
• Pavement markings.
• Driving equipment.

Although you can retake the test, this costs time and money, so it's a good idea to practice beforehand.

Most Hawaii DMV offices allow for walk-ins. Still, you can schedule an appointment at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County Department of Finance.

Some HI DMV locations Are open on Saturdays, but not all. You'll have to check online when scheduling an appointment.

You can take your written knowledge test on the computer or orally.

If you have special needs, you can arrange alternate formats with the HI DMV. Make sure the Hawaii Department of Motor Vehicles is aware of any additional help you may need when scheduling your appointment.

You'll have to contact your specific county/island's DMV office to schedule a driving exam. Contact information can be found at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County Department of Finance.

Once you pass the written knowledge exam and present the proper paperwork to the DMV, you'll be issued your learner's permit. This allows you to practice driving, as long as it's

• Between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m.
• With a fully licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.

In order to turn your permit into a license, you'll have to:

• Hold your permit for at least 6 months (if under 18).
• Pass a road test.
• Pay the appropriate fee.

Where you take your permit test depends on the island/county where you're applying. Contact information can be found at the following links:

• Honolulu County.
• Maui County.
• Hawaii County.
• Kauai County Department of Finance.

If you failed your HI road test, you'll have the chance to reschedule and try again.

In the meantime don't panic, practice!

If you failed your Hawaii driving skills test, you will have to wait a minimum of 7 days before you can try again.

Yes. If you fail your written exam, you will have to wait at least 7 days before you can retake your Hawaii knowledge test.

In the meantime, you may want to study with a free practice test!

If you don't pass your written test in Hawaii, you will not be issued your permit. You must retake and pass the written test in order to move on.

After failing, you'll have to wait at least 7 days before you can re-take your written test. In the meantime, it may be helpful to study with a free practice test.

How long can I drive in HI with my out-of-state license if I am a visitor?

As long as you don't become a Hawaii resident, there is no limit on how long you can drive there on your out-of-state license. This includes those in the state for:

• Active military duty.
• Seasonal housing.
• School.

No. Hawaii does not recognize out-of-state permits.

No. As long as your license is valid and in good standing (that is, not expired, revoked or suspended), knowledge and road tests are waived.

If your license is not valid, you will need to reapply for your license through the Hawaii Department of Motor Vehicles, and pass all Hawaii driving tests.

You should transfer your out-of-state license to Hawaii as soon as you establish permanent residency.

The Hawaii written exam consists of 30 questions, and you must answer at least 25 of them correctly in order to pass.

There are 30 total questions on the Hawaii permit exam, all of which are multiple choice.

Yes. If you're under 18 years old, you will need a parent, legal guardian, or certified driving instructor to sign a consent form on your behalf before you can be issued your permit.

Hawaii requires all motorists Are required to carry:

• Bodily injury liability insurance that covers at least:
  • $20,000 per person.
  • $40,000 per accident.
• Property damage liability coverage for at least $10,000.
• Personal Injury Protection coverage for at least $10,000.

The Hawaii written knowledge exam consists of 30 multiple-choice questions. You will be able to get 5 questions wrong and still pass.

Studying with a free practice test may help ensure you get more questions right than wrong!