Puna District Will No Longer Process Firearm Permits

Until further notice, the Puna District will no longer be available for processing of firearm permits or registration. The public will be notified when these operations resume.

The following is a list of stations, hours of operation and contact numbers for locations around the county that may assist with firearms permitting and registration.

Hilo, South Hilo
Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
(808) 961-2239
Firearms importations (registrations from out of state) are processed on weekdays, excluding holidays, only during the hours of 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.

Laupāhoehoe North Hilo
Monday–Friday (by appointment only), 1:30–3:30 p.m.
(808) 962-2120

Honokaʻa, Hāmākua
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. (by appointment only)
(808) 775-7533

Waimea, South Kohala
Monday–Friday (by appointment only) 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
(808) 887-3080

Kapaʻau, North Kohala
Monday–Friday (by appointment only) 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
(808) 889-6540

Kailua-Kona, Kona
Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
(808) 326-4646 (ext.285)

Nāʻālehu, Kaʻū
Monday–Friday (by appointment only) 9–11:30 am. and 12:30–3 p.m.
(808) 939-2520

For other islands, contact the appropriate police department.