Is there a problem with your vehicle’s Hawaii title? Was it misplaced, damaged, or stolen? If so, you should apply for a duplicate Hawaii title through Hawaii’s Motor Vehicle, Licensing, and Permits Division.
If you ever intend to transfer ownership of your vehicle, having the title in order is important. This is the legal document that proves you own the vehicle. You can’t sell it, donate it, or complete your vehicle registration or renewals without it, so keep it safe!
What will I need to get a duplicate title in Hawaii?
Depending on where you live in Hawaii, you will need to gather all of the necessary information and documents, which include the following:
Hawaii County Requirements
- A Completed Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title
- Make sure to Notarize the application.
- $5.00 Duplicate Title Fee
NOTE: If your lien is satisfied and you have received the tan certificate of ownership or blue certificate of title from your lienholder, you can have your vehicle registered in your name as both the registered owner and the lienholder in Hawaii County.
Honolulu County Requirements
- A Completed Application for Duplicate (Form CS-L (MVR) 10)
- Make sure to Notarize the application.
- $10.00 Duplicate Title Fee
Kauai County Requirements
- There are no online forms available in Kauai County, so you must visit the local DMV to complete the necessary paperwork.
- Current, Valid Hawaii Driver’s License or an ID Card
- $10.00 Duplicate Title Fee
Maui County Requirements
- A Completed Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title (Form DMVL580)
- Make sure to Notarize the application.
- $10.00 Duplicate Title Fee
How can I apply to get a duplicate title in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, options to apply for a duplicate title are based on the county in which you reside.
Hawaii County Application
Apply by Mail
For mail applications, include a filled out copy of the Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title as well as the $5.00 application fee.
Make your check or money order out to the County of Hawaii.
Send your form and fee to:
County of Hawaii
Department of Finance
Vehicle Registration & Licensing Division
101 Pauahi Street, Suite No. 5
Hilo, HI 96720
Apply in Person
Bring the filled out copy of the Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title as well as the $5.00 application fee to a local Hawaii County DMV location.
Honolulu County Application
Apply by Mail
For mail applications, include a filled out copy of the Application for Duplicate (Form CS-L (MVR) 10) as well as the $10.00 application fee.
Make your check or money order out to the County of Honolulu.
Send your form and fee to:
City and County of Honolulu
Department of Customer Services
Division of Motor Vehicle, Licensing & Permits
P.O. Box 30330
Honolulu, HI 96820-0330
Apply in Person
Bring the filled out copy of the Application for Duplicate (Form CS-L (MVR) 10) as well as the $10.00 application fee to a local Honolulu County DMV location.
Kauai County Application
You must visit a local DMV to complete the necessary paperwork.
Maui County Application
Apply by Mail
For mail applications, include a filled out copy of the Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title (Form DMVL580) as well as the $10.00 application fee.
Make your check or money order out to the County of Maui.
Send your form and fee to:
County of Maui
Service Center Division of Motor Vehicle & Licensing
110 Alaihi Street, Suite 101
Kahului, HI 96732
Apply in Person
Bring the filled out copy of the Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title (Form DMVL580) as well as the $10.00 application fee to a local Maui County DMV location.
How long does it take to get a replacement title in Hawaii?
If you submit application by mail, you should expect to receive the title within 1 week, though it may arrive sooner.
If you submit your application in person, the duplicate title is processed the same day.
Hawaii Vehicle Title Forms
| Number | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title | This form is used to apply for a duplicate title in Hawaii County. |
| CS-L (MVR) 10 | Application for Duplicate | This form is used to apply for a duplicate title in Honolulu County. |
| DMVL580 | Application for Duplicate Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title | This form is used to apply for a duplicate title in Maui County. |
