Every Hawaii EMT certificate expires January 31 of even-numbered years; the current period ends January 31, 2028.
Your own expiration date is on your certification card and in the state's online license lookup.
| State EMS office | Hawaii Medical Board, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs |
|---|---|
| Cycle | every 2 years, January 31 of even years |
| Continuing education | Current NREMT, or a 24-hour state-approved EMT refresher plus 48 more CE hours |
| National Registry | One way to renew |
| Fee | $138 |
If it lapses: You can't renew after the deadline or practice unlicensed. Restore by mail within 2 years ($140 fee plus CE proof); after that the license ends and you reapply.
From Hawaii Medical Board (EMT renewal, fees), Hawaii EMT FAQ 2026, HAR 16-85-55 Recertification, checked November 10, 2026. The state: "Certificates must be renewed every two years on January 31 of each even-numbered year."
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Every Hawaii EMT certificate expires January 31 of even-numbered years; the current period ends January 31, 2028.
Current NREMT, or a 24-hour state-approved EMT refresher plus 48 more CE hours.
No, but a current National Registry certification is one way to meet Hawaii's renewal requirement.
$138.
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