Hawaii Contractor License Requirements
2026 guide to everything you need to know about contractor licensing in Hawaii.
3,212
Contractors in HI
65
Verified licenses
7 yrs
Avg. experience
10
Cities covered
Hawaii licensing board
Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Contractors License Board
License types in Hawaii
General Engineering (A)
Fixed works: roads, dams, utilities
General Building (B)
Building construction requiring two or more trades
Specialty Contractor (C)
Single trade (35+ classifications)
Bond requirements
$5,000
Minimum surety bond
Bond required: $5,000 minimum, varies by classification
Insurance requirements
General liability insurance
Required. General liability required; minimum $100,000 per occurrence
Workers' compensation
Required when you have employees.
Penalties for unlicensed work
Misdemeanor; fines up to $10,000; possible imprisonment; forfeiture of right to compensation
How to verify a license in Hawaii
1. Use the free verification tool
Search a database of 3,212 contractors in Hawaii by name, license number, or business name.
Verify a contractor now2. Check the official state board
Visit the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Contractors License Board for real-time license verification and disciplinary actions.
Visit Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Contractors License BoardFrequently asked questions
Does Hawaii require a contractor license?+
Yes, Hawaii requires contractors to obtain a state license through the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Contractors License Board. 3 license types are available depending on the scope of work.
What are the bond requirements for contractors in Hawaii?+
Hawaii requires a minimum surety bond of $5,000. Bond required: $5,000 minimum, varies by classification
What are the penalties for unlicensed contracting in Hawaii?+
Misdemeanor; fines up to $10,000; possible imprisonment; forfeiture of right to compensation
Is insurance required for contractors in Hawaii?+
Yes, Hawaii requires contractors to carry insurance. General liability required; minimum $100,000 per occurrence
How do I verify a contractor's license in Hawaii?+
You can verify a contractor's license through the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Contractors License Board website at https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/contractor/. You can also use our free license verification tool at vemra.ai/licensing/verify to search our database of 3,212 contractor profiles in Hawaii.
How many licensed contractors are there in Hawaii?+
Our database includes 3,212 contractor profiles in Hawaii, with 65 verified license numbers on file. The average contractor in Hawaii has 7 years of experience.