Get your certified Hawaii Divorce Certificate

Hawaii divorce records are maintained by the Family Court in the circuit where the divorce was granted. To obtain a copy, contact the clerk of the Family Court. Requests can be made in person or by mail. The Hawaii State Judiciary website may offer limited online access to case information. The Department of Health also maintains a divorce index.

A certified copy of a Hawaii divorce record costs approximately $10 through the Department of Health for a verification letter. Court fees for the full divorce decree vary by circuit. Contact the Family Court clerk for current pricing.

A divorce decree is the full court order from the Family Court that finalizes the divorce, including terms for property, custody, and support. The Department of Health can issue a verification letter confirming the divorce occurred. Some agencies accept the verification, while others require the full decree. Check with the requesting party before ordering.

Some Hawaii court records may be accessible through the Hawaii State Judiciary website. Availability depends on the circuit. For certified copies, contact the Family Court clerk directly. An authorized applicant may designate a representative through a notarized Power of Attorney (PoA).

A Hawaii certified divorce record is an official document that shows a marriage has ended. You may need this document for legal reasons, like getting remarried or changing your marital status. The record is printed on special paper to prevent fraud.

The design and security elements of these certificates can differ significantly from state to state.

• Full Name of the Person: The full legal names of the spouses.
• Date of Birth: The exact date of divorce of the spouses.
• State Seal: A raised, embossed, or printed multicolor or black and white seal of the issuing authority, which validates the document.
• Signature of State Registrar: The signature of the state registrar or authorized official responsible for issuing the divorce certificate.
• Printed on Security Paper: Printed on specialized paper to prevent counterfeiting.

In some instances, a certified divorce certificate may also include:

If you lose your divorce certificate:

1. Apply for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You must complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the DOH-OHSM.
2. 1. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to a county health department. The DOH-OHSM may accept walk-ins at their location.
   2. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the DOH-OHSM at:
      
      Hawaii State Department of Health, Office of Health Status Monitoring
      Room 103, 1250 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
      
   3. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
2. DOH-OHSM will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

Corrections to a divorce record require supporting legal documents (such as court orders) and an official request submitted to the Hawaii Department of Health.

To correct or amend a Hawaii divorce record, applicants must submit a request to the Hawaii Department of Health along with supporting legal documents such as a court order or an affidavit of correction. The following types of amendments may be made:

• Correction of names or spelling errors
• Updating legal information following a court ruling
• Adding missing details

The amendment process takes approximately 6-8 weeks and requires a $10 amendment fee in addition to standard record fees.

For international use, a Hawaii divorce record must be certified by the Lieutenant Governor’s office through an apostille request. This requires submitting the certified divorce record and an apostille application to the Hawaii State Department.

An apostille is required for international use of a Hawaii divorce record. To request, a vital record to be apostilled manually follow these steps:

1. Forms Submission:
2. • Do not use the online process for apostille and authentication requests. Instead, print and fill out a paper request order form for any new birth, marriage, or death certificate needed for apostilles and authentication.
   • Previously certified copies of vital records are not accepted.
   • Download the necessary forms for birth, marriage/civil union, or death certificates. Clearly indicate “apostille” and specify the “country” as the reason for your request.
2. Apostille/Authentication Process:
3. • Download and complete the Office of the Lt. Governor’s Apostille or Certification of Documents Form. You can find the form here.
   • Include a separate money order or cashier’s check for $1 made payable to the Office of the Lt. Governor.
   • Additionally, enclose a separate money order or cashier’s check for the fees associated with your birth, marriage, or death record request. This should be made payable to the Hawaii Department of Health. Please refer to the instructions provided with the form.
3. Eligibility Documentation:
4. • Include a copy of your government-issued photo identification (e.g., driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
   • You must also provide documentation that verifies your eligibility to obtain the requested vital record. For more eligibility information, please click here.
4. Return Envelope:
5. • Enclose a pre-paid, self-addressed stamped envelope to ensure the completed documents can be returned to you.
5. Mailing Your Request:
6. • Assemble your completed request form, indicating the country for the apostille, a photocopy of your government-issued photo ID, eligibility documentation (if applicable), the completed Office of the Lt. Governor form, all payment checks, and the pre-paid self-addressed stamped envelope.
   • Send everything to: Hawaii Department of Health-Vital Records P.O. Box 3378 Honolulu, HI 96801

Note: If you are submitting the request on behalf of the registrant (the person named on the certificate), you will need to include a letter of authorization from the registrant granting you permission to request and obtain the document on their behalf. Additionally, provide a copy of their government-issued photo ID alongside your own.

Make sure all documents are completed and enclosed properly for a smooth processing of your request.

You can reach the office at (808) 586-4539  or https://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/apostilles/.