--- title: How to Become a Car Dealer in Hawaii description: Learn how to become a licensed car dealer in Hawaii with essential steps from choosing a license type to application submission and business setup. image: https://www.carprolive.com/hubfs/Polynesian%20idyll%20silhouettes%20of%20beachgoers%20and%20palm%20trees%20shortly%20before%20sunset%20at%20Anaehoomalu%20Bay%20on%20the%20Kona%20Coast%20of%20the%20Big%20Island.jpeg --- **🚀 New Feature Launched:** GOOGLE & META AD MANAGER [LEARN MORE](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/ads) [REDEEM OFFER](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/ads) [![cpl-logo-color](https://www.carprolive.com/hubfs/cpl-logo-color.svg)](https://www.carprolive.com) - [DEALER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM](https://www.carprolive.com/dms) - SOLUTIONS - [DEALERSHIP WEBSITES](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/dealership-websites) - [INVENTORY MANAGEMENT](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/inventory-management) - [GOOGLE & META ADS](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/ads) - [SALES TOOLS](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/sales-tools) - [SERVICE TOOLS](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/service-tools) - [DEALERSHIP OPERATIONS](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/dealer-ops) - [CONTACT](https://www.carprolive.com/contact) [DEALER LOGIN](https://dealer.carprolive.com/login.asp) [FREE 10-DAY TRIAL](https://www.carprolive.com/subscribe) Resources # How to Become a Car Dealer in Hawaii Learn how to become a licensed car dealer in Hawaii with essential steps from choosing a license type to application submission and business setup. [Editorial](https://www.carprolive.com/blog/author/editorial) Apr 7, 2026 [mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://www.carprolive.com/blog/how-to-become-a-car-dealer-in-hawaii&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email%20&body=Check%20out%20https://www.carprolive.com/blog/how-to-become-a-car-dealer-in-hawaii&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https://www.carprolive.com/blog/how-to-become-a-car-dealer-in-hawaii&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email%20&body=Check%20out%20https://www.carprolive.com/blog/how-to-become-a-car-dealer-in-hawaii&utm_medium=social&utm_source=email) --- # How to Become a Car Dealer in Hawaii ## How to Get a Dealer License in Hawaii Dealer licenses in Hawaii are regulated by the [Hawaii Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board.](https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl/) --- ## Step 1: Choose Your License Type Available licenses include: - New vehicle dealer - Used vehicle dealer - Wholesale dealer --- ## Step 2: Register Your Business - Register with Hawaii Department of Commerce - Obtain EIN - Apply for a General Excise Tax License --- ## Step 3: Secure a Business Location Requirements include: - Permanent office - Display space - Zoning approval --- ## Step 4: Obtain Insurance and Bond - Liability insurance - **$25,000 surety bond** --- ## Step 5: Submit Your Application Include: - Application forms - Financial statements - Background checks --- ## Step 6: Pass Inspection Your dealership must be inspected and approved. --- ## How Long Does It Take? Typically **4 to 10 weeks**. --- ## Grow with CarProLive After obtaining your dealer license, consider using CarProLive for all your automotive software needs. From [managing your inventory](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/inventory-management) and offering a [professional dealership website](https://www.carprolive.com/solutions/dealership-websites) to accessing a full print forms library and enabling e-signature capabilities, CarProLive is built to support new and growing dealerships every step of the way. [Try it today free of charge for 10 days](https://www.carprolive.com/subscribe). --- ## Disclaimer Please note: The contents of this article are subject to change with any regulatory or legislative updates. This article does not constitute legal advice. Always verify the information with your state’s regulatory agency before proceeding. --- ## Sources [https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl](https://cca.hawaii.gov/pvl) [https://www.bryantsuretybonds.com/blog/hawaii-dealer-license](https://www.bryantsuretybonds.com/blog/hawaii-dealer-license)[https://www.acvauctions.com/blog/how-to-get-a-dealer-license-in-hawaii](https://www.acvauctions.com/blog/how-to-get-a-dealer-license-in-hawaii) [Resources](https://www.carprolive.com/blog/tag/resources) [New Dealers](https://www.carprolive.com/blog/tag/new-dealers) ## Similar posts Resources ### [How to Become a Car Dealer in Idaho](https://www.carprolive.com/blog/how-to-become-a-car-dealer-in-idaho) Learn the essential steps to become a licensed car dealer in Idaho, from choosing a license type to submitting your application and setting up your... 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