{"id":3189,"name":"Honolulu","state_id":18,"county_id":918,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:32:14.506-07:00","updated_at":"2026-07-14T13:27:10.134-07:00","meta_description":"Officiate weddings in Oahu, Honolulu. Marriage ceremonies in the State of Hawaii must be performed by an authorized person. AMM meets all requirements.","head_tag":"American Marriage Ministries Guide to Performing Marriage in the Gathering Place","tagline":"Aloha, Holy Matrimony","intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eWhether you\u0026#39;re dreaming of a gorgeous\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003ewedding in Honolulu\u003c/strong\u003e, or want to become a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonolulu wedding officiant, \u003c/strong\u003ethis short city guide has all the information you need to get started. First, we\u0026#39;ll walk you through getting ordained online and Hawaii\u0026#39;s \u0026quot;marriage performer\u0026quot; registration process for officiants \u0026nbsp;- or jump ahead to explore Honolulu wedding venues, tips on finding a Honolulu marriage license agent, and where to apply for your Hawaii marriage license.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eRemember, while O\u0026#39;ahu and its capital city of Honolulu offer\u0026nbsp;a faster pace than its sister islands, it\u0026rsquo;s still got the laid-back feel (and stunning landscapes) that Hawaii is known for. Take\u0026nbsp;your time, plan ahead, ask questions, talk story, and wedding planning will fall into place.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"beautiful view of waikiki beach, honolulu, oahu\" src=\"https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/amm-prod/app/public/ckeditor_assets/pictures/5735/content_oahu-wedding-officiant-get-married-hawaii.jpg?1784051742\" style=\"width:80%;max-width:80% !important;\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant\u0026nbsp;a memorable Waikiki beach wedding? Apply for a \u0026#39;right-of-entry permit\u0026#39; to marry right on Duke Kahanamoku Beach (near the\u0026nbsp;Hilton Hawaiian Village)! For a Waikiki wedding, and most state beach weddings in\u0026nbsp;Hawaii, you\u0026#39;ll apply for a permit through\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/ld/commercial-activities/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWiki Permits\u003c/a\u003e. More details on permits and venues are below!\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 1: Get Ordained and Register as a \u0026#39;marriage performer\u0026#39; with the Hawaii Department of Health\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo perform weddings in Honolulu (and anywhere in the State of Hawaii), you must meet certain requirements \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/marriage-laws/hawaii/210\"\u003e(\u0026sect; 572-12)\u003c/a\u003e, such\u0026nbsp;as being a judge or justice, applying for a\u0026nbsp;civil license, or \u003cstrong\u003eby become an ordained minister\u003c/strong\u003e. Many first-time officiants find this third option is the easiest and most affordable choice, by getting ordained online free with American Marriage Ministries (AMM):\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/weddings-by-state/hawaii/get-ordained\"\u003eGET ORDAINED IN HAWAII\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAMM\u0026#39;s online ordinations are recongized throughout the State of Hawaii, and it only takes a minute to complete the online application.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnce you\u0026rsquo;re ordained with AMM,\u003c/strong\u003e you\u0026rsquo;ll need to complete the \u003ca href=\"https://portal.ehawaii.gov/home/online-services/performer-registration/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarriage Performer License Registration\u003c/a\u003e form online, provided by the State of Hawaii and the Hawaii Department of Health (HDOH).\u0026nbsp;The state also provides\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/files/2013/05/performer.pdf\"\u003edetailed instructions\u003c/a\u003e to walk you through the process. These steps need to be completed three weeks prior to the actual ceremony.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more about registering as a\u0026nbsp;wedding officiant in Honolulu here:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/weddings-by-state/hawaii/officiant-registration-requirements\"\u003eWhat are the Wedding Officiant Registration Requirements in Hawaii?\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eYou\u0026rsquo;ll receive two e-mails after completing the online \u0026quot;marriage performer license\u0026nbsp;registration\u0026quot; form described above:\u0026nbsp;The first email is a receipt for your registration fee; the second email is your \u0026ldquo;Performer Approval\u0026quot; letter, which includes\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c/strong\u003ea link to your official officiant license number, and your\u0026nbsp;username and password to the\u003ca href=\"https://emrs.ehawaii.gov/emrs/public/home.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e electronic registration system for marriage.\u003c/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrint this important\u0026nbsp;information for your records.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 2: Prepare for the Wedding in Honolulu County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow that your officiant registration is taken care of, let\u0026rsquo;s get to the good stuff - writing a wedding ceremony script, learning about unity rituals, getting to know the lovely people you\u0026#39;re marrying, and practicing for the big day! AMM provides incredible\u0026nbsp;resources to help you prepare for all these things and more. Whether you\u0026#39;re officiating a friend\u0026#39;s wedding in Hawaii, or plan to\u0026nbsp;become a professional marriage performer, these training resources are a great foundation:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ceremony-scripts\"\u003eAMM\u0026#39;s Wedding Ceremony Script Library\u003c/a\u003e (100s of sample wedding officiant scripts)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003eWedding Officiant Training\u003c/a\u003e (Free training guides)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/blog\"\u003eAMM\u0026#39;s American Weddings Blog \u003c/a\u003e(thousands of articles on officiating, wedding planning, and more)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2848-the-ultimate-guide-to-wedding-unity-ceremony-ideas-all-in-one-resource\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Wedding Unity Ceremony Ideas: All-In-One Resource\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/asked-to-officiate\"\u003eAsked To Officiate: Your Complete Guide to a Perfect Ceremony \u003c/a\u003e(wedding officiant guide book)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/store/products/the-book-of-wedding-vows-and-ceremonies\"\u003eThe Book of Wedding Vows and Ceremonies \u003c/a\u003e(printed collection of ceremony scripts)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSTEP 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Hawaii Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eDouble-check that the couple has a valid Hawaii marriage license in their possession before the ceremony. It\u0026rsquo;s the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain and complete the marriage license, but you may want to encourage them to stay on top of deadlines. After the marriage ceremony, you\u0026#39;ll complete and file the marriage license using the\u0026nbsp;Hawaii Electronic Marriage and Civil Union Registration System.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor detailed instructions, check out:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/2884-how-to-fill-out-a-hawaii-marriage-license-faqs\"\u003eHow to Fill out a Hawaii Marriage License \u0026amp; FAQs\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training/how-to-fill-out-a-marriage-license\"\u003eHow To Fill Out A Marriage License As An Officiant\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe marriage license must be registered electronically within 3 business days of the ceremony, \u003c/strong\u003eas directed by state law. Read more about your duty to return the license here: State of Hawaii \u003ca href=\"https://emrs.ehawaii.gov/emrs/public/performer-guidelines.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDOH Marriage Performer Guidelines.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Happy couple poses for wedding photo in honolulu, wearing wedding lei\" src=\"https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/amm-prod/app/public/ckeditor_assets/pictures/5734/content_honolulu-wedding-officiant-marriage-performer-license-registration.png?1784051225\" style=\"width:80%;max-width:80% !important;\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Photo [edited]:\u0026nbsp;Derek Owens)\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting Married in Honolulu! The Planning Starts Here\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter type of Honolulu wedding you\u0026#39;re dreaming of \u0026mdash; maybe a\u0026nbsp;family-style \u003cstrong\u003eWaikiki elopement \u003c/strong\u003ewith kids, a\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eFoster Botanical Garden wedding \u003c/strong\u003esurrounded by lush foliage, or an \u003cstrong\u003einclusive wedding package for two\u003c/strong\u003e at an upscale resort\u0026nbsp;\u0026mdash; you\u0026#39;ll need a marriage license to make it happen. Below, we\u0026#39;ll walk you through the Hawaii marriage license application process, and then introduce some popular wedding venues and ceremony ideas.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eApplying for a Marriage License in Hawaii: Hawaii Department of Health\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eHawaii marriage licenses are issued by the Hawaii Department of Health (HDOH), and once issued, can be used anywhere in the state. Start the application online\u0026nbsp;using the Hawaii EMRS\u003ca href=\"https://emrs.ehawaii.gov/emrs/public/application-type.html?\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Marriage/Civil Union License Application\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;electronic portal, then meet with an authorized Marriage License Agent (either a state-employed agent or\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/marriage-licenses/license-agents/\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eprivate license agent\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/a\u003e), who will verify your name, age, and identity, and have you\u0026nbsp;sign the application worksheet. Your license is issued after you meet in person with a license agent, and can be used the same day you pick it up.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eTo meet with a state-employed marriage license agent in Honolulu, you\u0026#39;ll need to pick your license up directly from the Hawaii Department of Health Vital Records office. Please note that this office location is scheduled to relocate in Sept. 2026, as the addresses below indicated below:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eUntil September 2026: 1250 Punchbowl Street,\u0026nbsp;Honolulu, HI 96813\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eAfter September 2026:\u0026nbsp;201 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 (new address)\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go to pick up your marriage license (requirements):\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eBoth applicants must be present\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eBring the completed online application or printed form\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eBring your valid government issued photo ID (state identification card, passport,\u0026nbsp;military identification)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSocial Security number (for U.S. residents only)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHONOLULU WEDDING VENUES\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you Google \u0026ldquo;wedding venues on O\u0026#39;ahu,\u0026rdquo; you\u0026rsquo;ll be inundated with dozens of stunning options to choose from. There will be well-known luxury venues, resort wedding packages, full-service weddings on the beach, quickie budget elopements for two, and everything in between.\u0026nbsp;Some couples dream for years of exchanging\u0026nbsp;wedding vows in a beautifully-manicured, ocean-view estate, and find it here! Others prefer a\u0026nbsp;simple, spontaneous\u0026nbsp;\u0026quot;I do\u0026quot; along\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.alltrails.com/trail/hawaii/oahu/manoa-falls-trail\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eManoa Falls Trail\u003c/a\u003e, surrounded by clapping tourists and lush,\u0026nbsp;humid jungle plants.\u0026nbsp;This island really does have\u0026nbsp;something special for everyone.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are just a few popular wedding venues in Honolulu to choose from (and surrounding areas):\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(note, we are not affiliated with these venues, and encourage you to do your own research to find the best venue for your needs)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.cafejuliahawaii.com/weddings\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCafe Julia Hawaii: \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eLocated in the heart of downtown Honolulu, this venue is a favorite with locals and Mainlanders.\u0026nbsp;Located\u0026nbsp;in the historic YWCA Laniakea Building (across\u0026nbsp;from Iolani Palace), it features a variety of wedding packages priced for small, medium, and large weddings. Gorgeous architecture, a garden-like atmosphere, exceptional dining and decor, attentive staff \u0026mdash; what more could you ask for?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.honolulu.gov/dpr/honolulu-botanical-gardens/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonolulu Botanical Gardens\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e offer five garden sites for weddings:\u0026nbsp;Foster Botanical Garden (in the city of Honolulu);\u0026nbsp;Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden;\u0026nbsp;Koko Crater Botanical Garden,\u0026nbsp;Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden, and\u0026nbsp;Wahiawā Botanical Garden. To get married in one of these unmatched locations, you\u0026#39;ll need to submit an\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.honolulu.gov/dpr/wp-content/uploads/sites/34/2024/04/DPR_Application_Park_Facility_Use_FILLABLE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eApplication for Use of Parks Facilities\u003c/a\u003e, though we recommend you contact the \u003ca href=\"https://www.honolulu.gov/dpr/honolulu-botanical-gardens/hbg-permit-information/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHonolulu Dept. of Parks and Recreation\u003c/a\u003e directly to ask questions about available sites and amenities.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.kaimana.com/gather/weddings/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKaimana Beach Hotel: \u003c/a\u003eThis venue is a popular choice for locals and tourists from all over the\u0026nbsp;world looking for a unique Hawaiian wedding experience. The hotel offers a few different packages and locations to choose from, including a seaside restaurant wedding package, a ballroom and lanai, and a private dining hall with open-air views of Kaimana Beach.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaikiki Elopement on\u0026nbsp;Duke Kahanamoku Beach: \u003c/strong\u003eDuke\u0026#39;s Beach is the only public beach in Waikiki for weddings, and you\u0026#39;ll need a permit to get married there: \u003ca href=\"https://wikipermits.ehawaii.gov/permits/welcome.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eState of Hawaii Wiki Permit.\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;Located next to the Hilton Hawaiian Village resort, the views from this small shoreline\u0026nbsp;are incredible, and the convenience can\u0026#39;t be beat\u0026nbsp;\u0026mdash; you\u0026#39;re just a short walk from all the restaurants, bars, and shops\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;Waikiki. (You might even see an endangered Hawaiian monk seal haul itself onto the sand for a nap while you take your vows! This beach is a popular spot for these special creatures to lounge.)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://loulupalm.com\"\u003eLoulu Farm\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;and the \u003ca href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60653-d108380-Reviews-Kualoa_Ranch-Kaneohe_Oahu_Hawaii.html\"\u003eKualoa Ranch\u003c/a\u003e: Besides\u0026nbsp;being lower-cost options, these farms encapsulate the rural charm of secluded Hawaii that will perfectly compliment a couple with a more low-key vibe.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Happy couple in Hawaii on wedding day\" src=\"https://theamm.org/rails/active_storage/blobs/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBek1mRFE9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--b7bfd6c0acecc78c1a613a79f5b56af9576589e7/getting-married-hawaii-marriage-license.jpg\" style=\"width:80%;max-width:80% !important;\" /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHo\u0026lsquo;omaika\u0026lsquo;i i kā \u0026lsquo;olua male \u0026lsquo;ana! (Photo: Maridav / iStock)\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting Around O\u0026#39;AHU\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eUnless you\u0026#39;re local, you\u0026#39;ll need to book a flight to the island. Flights from Los Angeles to Honolulu take five-and-a-half hours, and East Coast connections average between 10 to 15 hours.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOnce you land on\u0026nbsp;O\u0026#39;ahu, you can rent a car to explore the island on your own time, or take advantage of Honolulu\u0026#39;s excellent public transportation system. Metro buses connect all major destinations across the island and run frequently. Oahu\u0026#39;s light rail system, Skyline, is also an excellent way to get around, and\u0026nbsp;runs from Kualaka\u0026#39;i (East Kapolei) to Kahauiki (Middle Street-Kalihi).\u0026nbsp;Like most big metros, Honoloulu also has abundant rideshare and taxi options, including Uber and Lyft. Once you\u0026#39;ve changed out of your wedding finery, you can even hop on a bike to explore your local neighborhood!\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eHawaii is a year-round paradise, but the weather differs from island to island. In general, the average daytime temperature in Hawaii is around 80 degrees during the summer, and the nights are pretty balmy as well, with highs in the mid-70s during winter.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe summer months are from April through October, and the rainy season runs from November to March. That said, some parts of some islands, like Kauai\u0026#39;s windy side, can be rainy all year.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Eligible to Apply for a Marriage License?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone over the age of 18 of any nationality or origin. Minors can marry if they \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/articles/920-how-old-do-you-have-to-be-to-get-married-in-each-state\"\u003emeet the requirements\u003c/a\u003e, including the written consent of parents/guardians.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nProof of age is required. A certified copy of a birth certificate must be presented for any under the age of 18.\u0026nbsp; A valid I.D. or driver\u0026rsquo;s license may be presented for anyone 19 years of age or over.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf either applicant was previously married, proof of original divorce decree or death certificate needs to be presented to the marriage agent by the applicant if the divorce or death was final within 30 days of applying for a marriage license.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Hawaii Department of Health Vital Records\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eUntil September 2026: 1250 Punchbowl Street,\u0026nbsp;Honolulu, HI 96813\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eAfter September 2026:\u0026nbsp;201 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813 (new address)\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $65\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period:\u003c/strong\u003e None\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 30 Days\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e Within 3 Business Days of Ceremony by Officiant (Electronic Filing)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}