Car Registration/ Hawaii Driver’s License

Registration
Don’t be fooled by private online vehicle registration companies! It is far easier, faster, and CHEAPER to wait to register your vehicle in person.

Upon your vehicle’s arrival, you have 30 days to obtain a safety check and register your car. Safety checks can be obtained for about $15 from Mana Motors on PMRF (behind the gas station) or from any authorized auto shop. Safety checks are also required before a PMRF auto decal can be issued.

Military members can register their vehicles in Hawaii for $5.50 and renew their vehicle registration for 50 CENTS by obtaining a Military non-resident form from ADMIN. This form must be signed by the military member! Active duty member’s name must also be on the vehicle’s registration to qualify for the military discount.

PMRF Pass and Tag: (808) 335-4221
Mana Motors: (808)335-4439
PMRF Administration Office: (808) 335-4446
Kauai Dept of Motor Vehicles: http://www.kauai.gov
Online ID or Registration Renewal: http://www.ehawaii.gov


Driver’s License/ Hawaii ID/ Kama Aina Discounts
You will have to take a written test in order to obtain a Hawaii driver’s license. A driver’s license or Hawaii ID is like a discount card for many stores and attractions in the area. Many tourist-y places offer Kama Aina (resident) discounts, some of them up to 50% off. Your Hawaii ID or Driver’s license is your proof of residency for Kama Aina rates.