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.
State BenefitHawaiiTransportation
Verified May 12, 2026 against dod.hawaii.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Hawaii
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Where it applies
- Hawaii
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption?
Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption is a Hawaii transportation benefit for veterans. $46 state registration fee exemption (state portion only) for one passenger vehicle owned by a 100% service-connected disabled veteran. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Hawaii residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
100% service-connected disability rating from the VA. One non-commercial vehicle only. Discharge must be other than dishonorable. Hawaii resident.
What Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption covers
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 for Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption
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.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- dod.hawaii.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption
Who qualifies for Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption?
Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; hawaii residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Disabled Veterans' Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Exemption?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.