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Grow and Succeed

For Businesses and Professionals

Everything you need to operate your business, manage your license, and ensure compliance in Hawaii.

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Getting Started

Start a Business

The essential steps to register your company, secure licenses, and protect your brand identity.

Register a Business

The formal beginning for your new company or LLC in Hawaii

Apply for a license online

Obtain the professional or vocational license required for specific industry

Register a Trade Name or Trademark

Officially register your business trade name, trademark, or service mark

Purchase a Business Registration Document

Request a Certificate of Good Standing or official certified copies of your filings

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Stay Compliant

Navigate Compliance

Stay current with all state requirements to keep your business or professional license in good standing. Fulfill annual reporting duties, verify your compliance status, and review continuing education mandates.

Major Entities

For Institutions

The official source for industry-specific directives, licensing requirements, and compliance information.

Banks

Information on state-regulated banks, consumer resources, and filings

Insurance

Agent licensing, consumer complaints, and insurer compliance information

Securities

Investor protection, entity registration, and resources to avoid fraud

Utilities and Cable Companies

Information on providers and help with service or billing

Educational Institutions

List of licensed schools and resources for students/administrators

Real Estate

Guidance on licensing, condo governance, licensee checks, consumer resources, and complaints