Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption
$46 state registration fee exemption (state portion only) for one passenger vehicle owned by a 100% service-connected disabled veteran.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
100% service-connected disability rating from the VA. One non-commercial vehicle only. Honorable discharge required. Hawaii resident.
Covers
Exemption from the $46 state registration fee on one passenger vehicle. County weight tax and other county fees still apply. New OVS exemption letter required annually.
How to apply
Submit DD-214 and VA disability letter to Hawaii OVS (ovs@hawaii.gov or fax 808-433-0385). OVS issues a verification letter for your county DMV.
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Last checked 2026-05-06 against dod.hawaii.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Hawaii state agency before applying.
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