Become the Hunter
Get certified to hunt safely in Hawaiʻi
Those who would like to hunt in Hawaiʻi require basic Hunter Education Certification before being able to purchase a Hunting License, apply for a an Upcoming Hunt, or purchase Tags or Permits.
Additional education is available for bowhunters.
Hunter Education Certification
Hawaiʻi Resident Education Certification
Hunters on Hawaiʻi public and private lands who do not yet have Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification
Required For:
All Hawaiʻi residents 10 years of age and older who would like to purchase a Hawaiʻi Hunting License
Hawaiʻi Resident and Military Fees:
$24.95
Estimated Timeline:
Sign up
2-3 minutes
Study and Pass Online Course
3-4 hours*
*System auto-saves your progress so you can learn at your own pace.
Print Your Temporary Card
1-5 minutes
Go hunting!
Official certificate arrives within 1-3 weeks
Resources
Upcoming In-person Hunter Education Classes
Hunter Education Study Guide
Hawaiʻi Hunting Laws and Regulations
Replace Lost Certification Card Online
Replace Lost Certification Card by Mail
Non-Resident Education Certification
Have an out-of-state hunter education card?
Request Exemption
Hunters on Hawaiʻi public and private lands who do not yet have Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification OR have not received a Letter of Exemption for their out-of-state hunter education card
Required For:
All Hawaiʻi residents 10 years of age and older who would like to purchase a Hawaiʻi Hunting License
Non-Resident Fees:
$0.00 with Letter of Exemption
$24.95 with Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Safety Course
Estimated Timeline:
Sign up
2-3 minutes
Study and Pass Online Course
3-4 hours*
*System auto-saves your progress so you can learn at your own pace.
Print Your Temporary Card
1-5 minutes
Go hunting!
Official certificate arrives within 1-3 weeks
Resources
Upcoming In-person Hunter Education Classes
Hunter Education Study Guide
Hawaiʻi Hunting Laws and Regulations
Replace Lost Certification Card Online
Replace Lost Certification Card by Mail
Bowhunter Education Certification (optional)
Hawaiʻi Resident Bowhunter Education Certification
Applies to:
Bowhunters who already have Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification
Recommended For:
All Hawaiʻi residents 10 years of age and older who would like to hunt safely with a bow
Hawaiʻi Resident and Military Fees:
$24.95
Prerequisite:
Must already have Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification
Hawaiʻi Resident and Military Fees
$30.00
Resources
Upcoming In-person Bowhunter Education Classes
Bowhunter Education Study Guide
Hawaiʻi Bowhunter Laws and Regulations
Non-Resident Education Certification
Have an out-of-state hunter education card?
Request Exemption
Bowhunters who already have Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification OR Letter of Exemption for their out-of-state hunter education card
Recommended For:
All Non-Residents 10 years of age and older who would like to hunt safely with a bow
Prerequisite
Must already have Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification or Letter of Exemption for Out-of State Hunter Education Certification
Non-Resident Fees
$30.00
Resources
Upcoming In-person Bowhunter Education Classes
Bowhunter Education Study Guide
Hawaiʻi Bowhunter Laws and Regulations
Firearms and Ammunition Registration
Hunting is permitted with registered firearms per the requirements noted in the Hawaiʻi Hunter Education Certification, and is overseen by the Police Department within the county of residence, business or sojourn.
- Firearms and ammunition brought into the State must be registered with the Chief of Police of the county of residence, business, or sojourn within 48 hours after their arrival.
- Minors (15 years of age and younger) who hunt using a firearm are required to obtain a permit from the county police department.
- Minors (15 years of age and younger) who hunt using a firearm must be accompanied by a licensed non-hunting adult.
- Contact the district police station on the appropriate island or an office of the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement for further information.
- Nonimmigrant aliens that wish to import firearms and ammunition into the United States temporarily must review the requirements of the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Hunting Resources
As the Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW), we support and facilitate hunting on public and private lands in less ecologically sensitive areas while providing structured hunter access to more sites where recreational hunting can help control game mammal populations. Learn more about the work we do.