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Hawaii marriage license: fee, waiting period and how to apply

What Hawaii's official pages say about getting married there: the fee, the waiting period, how long the license lasts, witnesses, officiants, ID and where to apply. Each rule links its source.

By Wedding RemedyPublished October 30, 2026

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Hawaii marriage license at a glance

Fee: $65 total: a $60 application fee plus a $5 portal fee. Fees are non-refundable. Waiting period: None. The ceremony can take place right after the license is issued. How long it is valid: The ceremony must be held within 30 days of picking up the license, or the license is void.

Hawaii marriage license rules

The rules below restate official pages, linked with the date they were read. Last checked October 30, 2026. Rules and fees change, and this is not legal advice: confirm with the clerk where you apply before you rely on a rule.

Fee: $65 total: a $60 application fee plus a $5 portal fee. Fees are non-refundable. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Premarital education discount: None stated on the official pages we read. Check with your county clerk. Official page
Waiting period: None. The ceremony can take place right after the license is issued. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
How long the license is valid: The ceremony must be held within 30 days of picking up the license, or the license is void. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Where the license can be used: The license is valid only within the State of Hawaii. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Witnesses: Check with your county clerk. Official page
Who may officiate: Every officiant must hold a Hawaii Department of Health performer license before performing a marriage or civil union. Performers register online. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Officiants ordained online: Not stated here. Ask the county clerk before you rely on an online ordination. Official page
Age: Legal age is 18. Anyone 18 or under must show a certified birth certificate. Applicants under 18 need parental or guardian consent; contact the Department of Health. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
ID and documents to bring: Both applicants must show a valid government-issued photo ID such as a passport, driver license or state ID. Bring divorce or death documents if applicable. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Where to apply: In person, together, before a marriage license agent. Main office: City Financial Tower, Suite 100, 201 Merchant St, Honolulu. Neighbor island and private agents also issue licenses. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Online application: Yes. Complete the online application at emrs.ehawaii.gov and pay the fee, then meet an agent in person to pick up the license. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)
Certified copy of the marriage certificate: Order online, by mail or in person from the Department of Health. Fee is $10 for the first copy and $4 for each additional copy, plus a general administration fee. (Source: health.hawaii.gov, checked October 30, 2026)

Common questions

How much is a marriage license in Hawaii?

$65 total: a $60 application fee plus a $5 portal fee. Fees are non-refundable.

Is there a waiting period to get married in Hawaii?

None. The ceremony can take place right after the license is issued.

How long is a Hawaii marriage license valid?

The ceremony must be held within 30 days of picking up the license, or the license is void.

Who can officiate a wedding in Hawaii?

Every officiant must hold a Hawaii Department of Health performer license before performing a marriage or civil union. Performers register online.

How do you get a certified copy of a Hawaii marriage certificate?

Order online, by mail or in person from the Department of Health. Fee is $10 for the first copy and $4 for each additional copy, plus a general administration fee.

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