Inform. Protect. Regulate.
DFI ensures the safety and soundness of state-chartered and state-licensed financial institutions, and ensures regulatory compliance by state-licensed financial institutions, escrow depositories, money transmitters, mortgage servicers, mortgage loan originators and mortgage loan originator companies, by fairly administering applicable statutes and rules, in order to protect the rights and funds of depositors, borrowers, consumers and other members of the public.
Guidance and info
Find essential guides, regulations, FAQs, and helpful tools tailored for financial institutions, licensees, and consumers
Find information about keeping your money safe and tools for making smart financial decisions.
Guidance on licensing, regulations, and compliance for state banks and trust companies
Licensing, regulations, and compliance resources for mortgage, escrow, and money transmission, lander services
Latest Updates
Our News Releases section features announcements on enforcement actions, regulatory settlements, consumer advisories, personnel changes, and initiatives to protect Hawaii’s financial consumers
Reach Out
The Division of Financial Institutions will be open 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM (Hawaii Standard Time), Monday to Friday, except state holidays.
General questions: [email protected]
Mortgage loan origination questions: [email protected]
