#Hawaii Driver’s License

County to Extend Hours at Driver’s Licensing Offices in Kona, Hilo

Hawaiʻi County will be extending the hours of operation at the Hilo and Kona Driver’s Licensing offices to help process expired or expiring credentials.

Hawai‘i Driver’s Licenses Must Have Gold Star to Serve as ID after Oct. 2020

On Jan. 16, 2018, motorists renewing their Hawai‘i driver’s licenses began bearing a star in a gold circle—in full compliance with new federal guidelines.

ID Needed to Renew Driver’s License With Gold Star

When the time comes to renew your Hawai‘i Driver’s License, make sure you have all the required documents so there’s no delay in getting your license.

What You Need to Renew Your Driver License With Gold Star

When the time comes to renew your Hawai‘i Driver’s License, make sure you have all the required documents so there’s no delay in getting your license.

Non-Driving Hawai‘i County Seniors Encouraged to Get State ID

Seniors who no longer drive are encouraged to obtain state-issued identification cards— available through the Hilo, Kona and Waimea Driver’s License Offices.

UPDATE: Hawai‘i County Fiber Network Back Up

The County of Hawaiʻi’s fiber network has experienced a critical equipment failure from Thursday afternoon March 1, 2018 according to the Department of Information Technology.

Hawai‘i Driver’s Licenses Must Have Gold Star After October 2020

The DHS has mandated that all driver’s licenses used as ID to board flights and enter federal buildings must bear the gold star by Oct. 1, 2020.

HI Driver’s License/ID to Carry Star in Gold Circle Marking

Star in a gold circle marking to appear on Hawai‘i State Driver’s Licenses or State Identification Cards issued on or after Jan. 16, 2018.

Cost of State ID Cards to Double May 1

The state Department of Transportation is also changing the documents required to prove residence to obtain a Hawaii driver’s license.

Meeting on Monday on New Driver License Rules

Hawaii County will hold a meeting Monday to explain new requirements based on federal and state mandates for obtaining a driver’s license or permit.