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Hawaii teen-driver guide

Hawaii learner and licensing rules for teens

Checked against official state sources · October 1, 2026

Minors hold the permit for 180 days before a provisional license, complete state-certified driver education and pass a road test; provisional licensing begins at age 16.

  • 15½permit minimum
  • 180 dayspermit hold
  • 16provisional minimum

Start at the correct age and stage

Minors hold the permit for 180 days before a provisional license, complete state-certified driver education and pass a road test; provisional licensing begins at age 16.

Complete the required supervised practice

A minor must hold the instruction permit 180 days before applying for a provisional license, which begins at age 16. State-certified driver education and the road test are required; from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. a permit holder under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Meet the next-stage eligibility rules

Keep the required driving record and complete the state's road-test and graduated-license steps before advancing.

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    Official sources

    1. Hawaii DOT — Driver's Manual
    2. Hawaii DOT — Online Learner's Permit Test
    3. Hawaii DOT — Statewide Online Knowledge Test Announcement
    4. City and County of Honolulu — Driver's License Procedures
    5. City and County of Honolulu — Road Test Information
    6. City and County of Honolulu — Services and Locations

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