Hawaii Gun Laws - 2026 Complete Guide

Last verified: 2026-01-01 | Not legal advice - verify with your state AG

Prohibited Permit Required No Castle Doctrine Red Flag Law

⚠️ This is not legal advice. Gun laws change frequently. Always verify current laws with your state attorney general or a licensed firearms attorney before carrying.

Quick Reference: Hawaii Gun Laws

Open Carry	Prohibited
Concealed Carry	Permit Required
Permit Required	Yes - required
Permit Cost	$35
Permit Validity	1 years
Waiting Period	14 days
Background Check	Required
Castle Doctrine	✕ No
Stand Your Ground	✕ No
Red Flag Law	✕ Yes (ERPO exists)
Magazine Limit	10 rounds maximum
Suppressors	Prohibited
NFA Items	Prohibited

Open Carry Laws in Hawaii

Open carry is prohibited in Hawaii in most public places. There may be limited exceptions for transport to and from a range or for active law enforcement officers.

Concealed Carry Laws in Hawaii

Concealed carry in Hawaii requires a valid permit. Hawaii has historically been a 'may issue' state effectively functioning as 'no issue'. Post-Bruen, Hawaii enacted strict new regulations. Open carry remains prohibited. Permits are difficult to obtain.

Where You Cannot Carry in Hawaii

The following locations generally prohibit firearms carry in Hawaii. This list is not exhaustive - always verify current law before carrying in any location.

Everywhere Effectively
Schools
Government Buildings
Bars
Restaurants
Parks
Beaches
Medical Facilities
Public Transit

Federal law also prohibits carry in federal buildings, national parks ranger stations, and other federal facilities regardless of state law.

Getting a Hawaii CCW Permit

Hawaii has historically been a 'may issue' state effectively functioning as 'no issue'. Post-Bruen, Hawaii enacted strict new regulations. Open carry remains prohibited. Permits are difficult to obtain.

Official Hawaii Permit Information

CCW Reciprocity for Hawaii

States that honor your Hawaii permit (0)

None

Hawaii honors permits from (0)

None

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Reciprocity agreements change frequently. Always verify current reciprocity with the issuing state's law enforcement agency before traveling. Some states have additional requirements beyond permit reciprocity.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Hawaii Gun Laws

Can I bring my gun to Hawaii?

Hawaii requires all firearms to be registered with police within 5 days of acquisition or arrival. Failing to register is a crime.

Does Hawaii honor out-of-state CCW permits?

No. Hawaii does not recognize any out-of-state permits.

Are NFA items legal in Hawaii?

No. Hawaii prohibits all NFA items including suppressors, short-barreled rifles/shotguns, and machine guns.

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