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One question we get with some frequency here at RushMyPassport is this: “Do I need a passport to go to Hawaii?”
It’s easy to understand why there might be some confusion about this issue. After all, depending on where in the mainland you’re starting from, Hawaii is anywhere from 5 to 12 hours away by plane. It’s also an exotic place, with its own tropical culture and its own language (though just about everyone speaks English).
Via Wikipedia, here are some additional fun facts about what makes Hawaii unique:
- It is the only state that not geographically located in North America.
- It is the only state that is completely surrounded by water.
- It’s the only state where coffee is grown (and if you visit, send me back a bag of Kona, would you?)
- It is the only state that has royal palaces.
- Finally, it is the only state without a single straight line in its boundary.
However, no matter how far away it is or how different it is, Hawaii is part of the United States. It became a state in 1959. The 50th star on the flag? That’s for Hawaii.
That means that even though it’s halfway across the world, you can fly there with nothing more than a driver’s license or state ID, just as if you were flying to any of the states in the mainland.You do not need a passport for travel between the US mainland and Hawaii-only if your itinerary includes a third country would that become necessary.
However, that being said, a valid US passport may be required for a Hawaiian cruise, if the itinerary includes stops in other countries like Mexico or Canada. For example, Carnival Cruise Line requires that passengers on all of its Hawaii cruises have passports. So, always check the itinerary and check with your cruise line to ensure you have the necessary documentation.
If you do need a passport at the last minute, RushMyPassport can help. We hand-deliver your application paperwork to the Department of State, for processing in as little as 24 hours. Even better, there’s no need to make an appointment or travel to a passport office.
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sorry forgot to mention i dont have anY SOCIAL
You should be fine. It’s considered a domestic flight and Colorado licenses are accepted.
ok so i have a colorado I.D and i know i can go to hawaii with no problems with my id but im only concern if i would have any problems coming back from hawaii to colorado ??
I am part of the dream act and I do have a valid California Id and work permit, would I be able to travel to Hawaii?
Sure, it’s within the US so your California ID should be fine.
I live in Arizona do I need a passport to go to Hawaii
Hi Quaylon,
No, you don’t.
What about children that are traveling with parent to hawaii? I have a photo driver’s licence for myself, but do my 4 children, ages 8 – 16, need some kind of photo Ids? If yes, what kind?
No, but it’s not a bad idea to bring their birth certificates with you.
I have a valid dl from New Mexico, but not legally in the US can i still travel with no problem?
You should be able to travel within the U.S. without a problem.
Sorry, at least 10 times a year, can I use it to go to Hawaii?
Yes, Juan, you can use your driver’s license as ID to go to Hawaii. It’s still part of the US!
I don’t have a social, but I have a valid Washington drive licences that I use rtravel inside the contry at least
Can I travel with us driver licens to Hawaii from Arizona.
Of course you can, Dino!
Eric — pay your child support instead of travel expense.
What about a person qith a felony back ground can that person get a passport an if so what would he have to do to get one
In most cases, yes, as long as you aren’t under supervision currently. Just apply like anyone else. Be careful, though- even with a passport, some countries may deny you entry based on your record.
Good luck!
If i owe child support can i travel
Hi Eric,
You can travel, but the Department of State won’t issue a passport or renew an existing passport if you owe more than $2,500.