For those reading this hoping to visit Hawaii now or at some point in the future, you probably found your way here because you’re hoping to find out if a passport is required to visit or not.
Well, this all depends on your particular circumstance.
Do You Need a Passport to Visit Hawaii?
For some of you reading this, you will not need a passport whatsoever. But for other people reading this, a passport is certainly going to be a necessity. It all depends on your situation.
Should I Bring a Passport to Hawaii If I’m a US Citizen?
All in all, if you are a citizen of the United States of America, you do not need to bring a valid passport to Hawaii. It is not a requirement since Hawaii is considered the 50th state. So that makes Hawaii a part of the United States of America just like any other state. Kind of like when traveling to Puerto Rico.
But, if you are traveling to Hawaii on an airplane, you will need to show the people working security at the airport a valid form of US ID. So, if you do not have a valid driver’s license or non drivers ID issued from the state that you live in, then your next best bet would be to bring a valid passport just to prove who you are.
But remember, as long as you have a valid government issued photo ID and you are an American citizen, you are not legally required to bring a passport since you are traveling within the boundaries of the United States.
Is a Passport Necessary for Non-US Citizens?
Yes, non-US citizens will certainly need to bring a valid passport if they want to visit Hawaii. They will not be allowed to enter into the country without one. It’s not unlike a US citizen traveling to Mexico.
As you can see, the rules are very clear. Please follow them according to your personal situation and all will work out well in the end.
Dave Schmidt
Dave Schmidt is an e-commerce entrepreneur specializing in business-to-consumer products, social media, affiliate marketing and SEO. He currently resides in Fort Lauderdale. When not working, Dave enjoys spending time with nephew and dogs, trying new beers, anything involving music, and soaking up the Florida sun in between trips home to his native Minnesota.
