Hawaii Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredHawaii requires licensing for all construction work. The state has relatively high insurance minimums. Contractors must also obtain a General Excise Tax license.
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Board Name
Hawaii Contractors License Board
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Phone
(808) 586-3000
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Engineering (A) | All work | Engineering construction projects |
| General Building (B) | All work | Building construction projects |
| Specialty (C-series) | All work | Over 30 specialty classifications |
checklistRequirements
- check_circlePass trade exam
- check_circle4 years experience
- check_circleFinancial statement
- check_circleSurety bond
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleGET (General Excise Tax) license
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$510
Annual Renewal
$255
Exam Fee
$100
event_repeatRenewal Period
Biennial — license issue date
shieldInsurance Minimums
General Liability
$500,000
Workers Compensation
Required
swap_horizReciprocity
- arrow_forwardNo reciprocity agreements
infoData sourced from state licensing board websites. Requirements change frequently — verify with your state board before applying. Last updated April 2026.