We are unable to register or renew registration for a vehicle that is not being operated in this County and is being operated in another County of the State of Hawaii.


You may also obtain Hawaii license plates under the above conditions instead of an out of state permit.
If your vehicle is going to remain in the state this might be an easier alternative for you.
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If you did not receive your renewal application by mail, you may renew by submitting a photocopy of your current certificate of registration, current vehicle inspection certificate, and if required, a traffic violations bureau clearance to your nearest motor vehicle registration office.
Registration personnel will determine total fees due.
All offices will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.
Vehicle Registration for Out of State Transfers and Salvage Vehicles AM - PM only. Office hours are subject to change without notice due to unforeseen circumstances and may close earlier than posted hour. Correspondence: All correspondence should be addressed to VRL-MVR, 101 Pauahi St., Suite 5, Hilo, HI 96720.
If only one plate has been lost or stolen, you must bring in your one remaining plate.
Hawaii Certificate of Safety Check Inspection must be valid to complete the above transactions.
The Hawaii Certificate of Safety Check Inspection..00 payment for the permit.