NEC 2020

Hawaii Electrician Licensing

Hawaii licenses electricians across 2 tiers. Compare CE hours, renewal fees and bond requirements below, then open the tier that matches you. Updated for 2026.

At a glance HI · NEC

License tiers

Max CE / cycle

0 ✓

Renewal cycle

3 yrs

Bond

None ✓

Source: HI BEP · compiled 2026-05-23

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Compare the 2 Hawaii electrician license tiers

CE, fees and bond rise with the tier. Open the one that matches where you are.

Journey Worker Electrician

journeyman

For working under a licensed contractor

CE: None ✓
Fee: $306
Bond: None ✓

Full requirements

Supervising Electrician

master

Top individual license: supervise & pull permits

CE: None ✓
Fee: $351
Bond: None ✓

Full requirements

Getting started

How to become an electrician in Hawaii →

Moving states

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Pay

Electrician salary in Hawaii →

CE courses in Hawaii

Electrician continuing-education providers offering courses for Hawaii license holders. Confirm a provider is on your board’s approved list before you buy.

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Other trades licensed in Hawaii

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Hawaii electrician licensing FAQ

How many electrician license types does Hawaii issue?

Hawaii issues 2 electrician license types: Journey Worker Electrician, Supervising Electrician.

Does Hawaii require continuing education for electricians?

Hawaii has no confirmed continuing-education requirement for electrician licenses at the tiers we track (or it is 0 hours). Confirm with the licensing board.

Do Hawaii electrician licenses require a bond?

No state license bond is required for electrician licenses in Hawaii at the tiers we track. Local permits may still require one.

Which NEC edition does Hawaii enforce?

Hawaii currently enforces the 2020 NEC for electrician work.

Official source

Hawaii Board of Electricians and Plumbers

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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