Hawaii LLC Articles of Organization (2026)
Learn how to file the Hawaii LLC formation document in 2026, what information to prepare, what the filing fee covers, and what to do after approval.
LLC Route Editorial Team
Reviewed against official state and federal resources.
Updated July 28, 2026
Educational guide, not legal or tax advice.
Hawaii LLC formation is done by filing Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company, Form LLC-1, with DCCA Business Registration Division. DCCA lists the filing fee at $50 and says there is an additional $1 State Archives fee.
Educational note: This guide is for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. Confirm current requirements with Hawaii DCCA BREG and qualified professionals.
Quick answer
| Question | Practical answer |
|---|---|
| Filing name | Articles of Organization |
| Form | LLC-1 |
| Filing office | DCCA Business Registration Division |
| Filing fee | $50 plus $1 State Archives fee |
| Expedited review | $25 |
| Registered agent required? | Yes |
| Annual report after formation | Due yearly in the registration quarter |
Information to prepare
Hawaii Form LLC-1 and Chapter 428 require core formation information:
| Field | What to prepare |
|---|---|
| LLC name | Exact legal name with LLC indicator |
| Principal office mailing address | Mailing address for the company |
| Registered agent | Name and Hawaii business address |
| Organizer | Name and address of organizer |
| Duration | At-will or term if not perpetual |
| Management | Member-managed or manager-managed |
| Initial members or managers | Names and addresses, depending on management structure |
| Liability statement | Whether members are personally liable for debts and obligations |
Filing methods
DCCA says Hawaii LLC filings can be submitted online, by email, mail, fax, or in person. Credit card information must accompany email or fax filings.
Online filing is usually simpler because it reduces mailing delay and helps avoid illegible-form problems.
What the Articles do not do
The Articles create the LLC. They do not automatically:
- Issue an EIN
- Register a GET license
- File GET returns
- Register withholding tax
- Register unemployment insurance
- Approve county permits
- Create an operating agreement
- Register a trade name
Common filing mistakes
Forgetting the $1 archive fee
The fee schedule lists the Articles fee at $50, but the domestic LLC page says there is an additional State Archives fee of $1.
Using the wrong address for registered agent
The registered agent needs a Hawaii business address.
Not thinking about member or manager address visibility
Formation records can include names and addresses. Review before submitting.
Waiting on GET registration
Anyone doing business in Hawaii commonly needs a GET license before operating.
Articles FAQ
How much are Hawaii LLC Articles of Organization?
DCCA lists the filing fee at $50 and says there is an additional $1 State Archives fee.
Can I file Hawaii LLC Articles online?
Yes. DCCA lists LLC-1 as a form available for online filing.
Does Hawaii require publication?
No standard newspaper publication step applies to forming a Hawaii LLC.
Does filing Articles include GET license?
No. GET license is handled through Hawaii Department of Taxation.
Official resources
- Hawaii DCCA domestic LLC page
- Hawaii DCCA domestic LLC forms
- Hawaii DCCA online forms list
- Hawaii DCCA LLC fee schedule
- Hawaii LLC statute Chapter 428
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