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Starting a Business in Hawaii

Hawaii Busienss License: Whether you are registering a corporation, partnership, limited liability company or a limited liability partnership, the State of Hawaii requires business registration with only one administrative agency (State of Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Business Registration Division) that utilizes streamlined forms for fast and efficient processing.

City Licensing Requirements: Cities may require local business licenses. However, Hawaii State does not issue City Business Licenses. You should contact your local city revenue office to learn about any required business licenses.

Hawaii Corporations, LLCs & LLPs: Please see the State Business Licensing section above.

Hawaii Corporations Division Services:

• Domestic Corporations
• Foreign Corporations
• LLCs
• LLPs 
• Name Reservations
• Small Business Administration