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Hawaiʻi marriage licence: cost, steps and what to bring
A marriage licence in Hawaiʻi costs $65, there is no waiting period and you do not need to live in Hawaiʻi or be a United States citizen. Here are the steps, from the Department of Health's own pages.
| Cost | $65: a $60 application fee plus a $5 portal fee. Non-refundable. |
|---|---|
| Where to apply | Online at emrs.ehawaii.gov. The online application stays available for up to one year. |
| In person | The Department of Health's page says both of you must appear together in person before a licence agent to pick up the licence, no sooner than 30 days before the ceremony. Proxies are not allowed. |
| Waiting period | None. You can marry as soon as the licence is issued. |
| How long it lasts | 30 days from the date of issue, and only within the State of Hawaiʻi. |
| Identification | A valid government photo ID for each of you, such as a passport or driver's licence. |
| Minimum age | 18. Under 18 needs consent; the Department of Health handles those cases directly. |
| Residency and citizenship | No state residence or United States citizenship requirement. |
| Blood test | Not required. |
| Previously married | If a divorce or a spouse's death was finalised less than 30 days before you pick up the licence, bring the decree or certificate. |
The steps
- Fill in the application at emrs.ehawaii.gov and pay the $65.
- Book a time with a licence agent on the island where you will be. On the island of Hawaiʻi the Department of Health lists offices in Hilo and Waimea and private agents in Hilo and North Kona. agent list
- Meet the agent together, with your IDs, within 30 days before the ceremony.
- Give the licence to your officiant, who must hold a Hawaiʻi licence to perform marriages.
A 2024 change to state law allows the appearance to happen online in some cases, but the Department of Health's page still describes it as in person. Plan for in person unless your agent tells you otherwise.
Who can perform the ceremony
Anyone performing a marriage in Hawaiʻi must first be licensed by the Department of Health. A one-year licence is $110 and a 60-day licence is $35, portal fee included, and the department asks performers to register at least two weeks ahead. source