Hawaii Veterinary License Guide

Pay $490 to the State Board. 

• Application Fee: $100
• Exam Fee: $30
• Licensing Fee: $360, *paid after all requirements are met

Proof of Graduation:

Ask your AVMA accredited veterinary school to submit your transcript or diploma directly to the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine.

• Foreign Veterinary Graduates: Vets educated outside the US will need to complete the certificate program offered by the ECFVG OR PAVE. 

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Exam Requirements:

NAVLE: New vets applying for a license in Hawaii will need to pass the NAVLE examination and have their results submitted directly to the Hawaii Board. You can use the AAVSB’s Veterinary Information Verifying Agency to send your scores.

Hawaii Licensing Exam: Applicants in Hawaii will also need to complete the State of Hawaii Licensing exam. Once your initial application is approved, you’ll receive instructions for how to take the exam. 

Veterinarians who are already licensed in another jurisdiction must submit a verification of licensure for any licenses currently or previously held, including any disciplinary action taken against any of your licenses by a state veterinary board.

AAVSB Vault Service: You can have the AAVSB transfer your NAVLE test results, verification of licensure for any other veterinary licenses, and letters of good standing for a fee of $99.

The Hawaii Board does not specify how long it takes to process license applications. Ensure your application is not missing any documents to avoid delays.   

Please print the Hawaii Veterinary License Application and mail with all supporting documents along with the $100 application fee to:

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Board of Veterinary Medicine

DCCA, PVL Licensing Branch

P.O. Box 3469

Honolulu, HI 96801

Renewal Fee

Pay $360.00 to the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine. 

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When do I need to renew my license?

Renewal Date: 6/30 every even numbered year

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How long is a Hawaii Veterinary License valid for? 

Hawaii veterinary licenses are valid for 2 years.

20 Hours of CE are required every 2-year renewal period.

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What forms of CE qualify in Hawaii?

The list of approved CE providers for Hawaii can be found here.

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Continuing Education Verification & Documentation

Hawaii does not verify your CE annually, but it is recommended you keep a record of your CE as the Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine may randomly audit you.

You can quickly change your personal info, including last name or address, online by clicking this link.

If you meet the requirements below, you can apply for a Courtesy Relief Permit in Hawaii, which allows you to practice for 30 days (can be renewed once per year). 

Permit Fees: $265.00

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Temporary Veterinary License Requirements

To be eligible for a Hawaii Courtesy Relief Permit, you must hold a current, unencumbered, and active license in another jurisdiction.

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Hawaii Temporary Veterinary License Application 

Complete the Courtesy Relief Permit application completely and mail to along with all supporting documents and a check for $265 made payable to "Commerce & Consumer Affairs" to:

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Board of Veterinary Medicine

DCCA, PVL Licensing Branch

P.O. Box 3469

Honolulu, HI 96801

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Required Documentation

• Contact each jurisdiction where you hold a license, and have them submit license verficiatioin directly to the Hawaii state board (use AAVSB’s VAULT Service to quickly transfer)
• Attach a Sponsor Verification form signed by you and the sponsoring Hawaiian Veterinarian 

Hawaii Board of Veterinary Medicine

Phone: (808)586-3000

Email: veterinary@dcca.hawaii.gov

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Mailing Address

Board of Veterinary Medicine

DCCA, PVL Licensing Branch

P.O. Box 3469

Honolulu, HI 96801