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Hawaii . Filing fees 2026

Hawaii Secretary of State filing fees, all in one place.

A complete reference of Hawaii DCCA Business Registration business filing fees for 2026. Use this to budget formation, compliance, and ongoing maintenance costs accurately.

Formation

LLC Formation (Articles of Organization)$50
Corporation Formation (Articles of Incorporation)$50

Compliance

LLC Annual Report$15
Corporation Annual Report$15

Document Services

Certificate of Good Standing / Existence$7.50
Statement of Change of Registered Agent$25

Foreign + Wind-up

Foreign Qualification$50
Articles of Dissolution (LLC)$25

State fees current as of 2026. {s["agency"]} fees may change. File.Business service fees are separate.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to form an LLC in Hawaii?
State filing fee: $50. File.Business formation package starts at $0 + state fees.
How much is the Hawaii annual report?
LLC: $15. Corporation: $15.
How much is a Hawaii Certificate of Good Standing?
$7.50 state fee. File.Business orders for $49 + state fee.
How much does Hawaii foreign qualification cost?
State fee: $50. Plus Cert of Good Standing from home state + RA service.
Are Hawaii filing fees deductible?
Most business filing fees are deductible business expenses. Consult your accountant.
Why is the Hawaii foreign qualification fee different from formation?
Foreign qualification fees are typically higher than domestic formation. Some states charge a premium.
Can File.Business pay Hawaii filing fees on my behalf?
Yes. Pass-through at state cost. Our service fee is separate.

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Disclosure. File.Business is a private business filing and compliance service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with the Hawaii DCCA Business Registration or any Secretary of State office. You may file directly with the Hawaii DCCA Business Registration. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Fees and deadlines verified against the Hawaii DCCA Business Registration as of June 2026 and may change. For entity-specific guidance, consult a licensed Hawaii attorney or CPA.

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