HI· Initial licensing + reciprocity

How to get an electrical license in Hawaii.

The complete Hawaii licensing roadmap — experience hours, exam vendor + fees, application paperwork, and reciprocity options. Sourced directly from HI DCCA - Board of Electricians and Plumbers.

Hawaii initial licensing

HI DCCA - Board of Electricians and Plumbers issues electrician licenses in Hawaii. Visit the agency site.

Master path

~$446 in state board fees

Issued by: HI DCCA - Board of Electricians and Plumbers

Experience
1 yr · journeyman first
Exam
PSI — $90
Application fee
$50
License fee
$306

Triennial renewal cycle ending June 30 (2026/2029/2032).

Fees above are paid to Hawaii. TCS’s filing service is quoted separately — we collect and remit on your behalf so you write one check.

TCS Master prep for Hawaii
Apply online
goals.ehawaii.gov/
Mailing address

HI DCCA-PVL, P.O. Box 3469, Honolulu, HI 96801

Contact

Phone: (808) 586-3000

Sources: cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/electrician/Verified 2026-05-05

Hawaii reciprocity options

Master: no statewide program · Contractor: no statewide program · Journeyman: no statewide program

Source: cca.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/EP-FAQs_07-18.pdf · cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/boards/electrician/Verified 2026-05-31

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