Hawaii Foreign LLC Registration

Everything you need to register a foreign LLC in Hawaii.

Foreign Qualification

Filing fee: $50
Form: Application for Certificate of Authority
Annual obligation: $15/year
Processing time: 5-10 business days
Estimated year 1 cost: $65

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Hawaii data verified Apr 18, 2026 · cca.hawaii.gov

Formation in Hawaii

Formation fee: $50
Annual cost: $15/year
State income tax: Income tax up to 11%
Privacy: Low

What triggers foreign qualification in Hawaii?

Physical office or place of business
Employees working in the state

Sources

https://cca.hawaii.gov/breg/

Need a registered agent in Hawaii?

A registered agent is required for foreign qualification. These services operate in all 50 states.

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Recommended · $125/year · Privacy included

Other options

Registered Agents Inc

$200/year · Includes annual report filing

Harbor Compliance

$99/year · Full-service compliance option

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Need to change your registered agent?

See the form, fee, and step-by-step process for changing your registered agent in Hawaii.

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This page provides general information based on publicly available state requirements. It is not legal advice. Verify with the Hawaii Secretary of State before filing.