Forms/Documents
Procedural/Processing Changes:
As of February 18, 2025:
Due to personnel changes, we are unable to provide complimentary in-office notary services at this time.
Beginning November 1, 2024:
Special and Catering Licenses and Permits will be accepted if submitted by the following deadlines:
- FOR-PROFIT SPECIAL APPLICATIONS: At least six (6) weeks prior to the earliest event date.
- NON-PROFIT SPECIAL, CATERING, AND TRADE SHOW APPLICATIONS: At least three (3) weeks prior to the earliest event.
As of June 1, 2020:
Form LIQ-LIC-147 (Instructions to Submit Fingerprinting) has been replaced by Fingerprinting Services for the Honolulu Liquor Commission.
As of February 12, 2018:
All application fees will be collected upfront with completed application packets. This will include all application types such as New, Temporary, Transfer, etc. Please note the $375.00 application fee is non-refundable.
We accept business checks payable to “City & County of Honolulu” and payment by credit card (VISA/MasterCard/Discover) with a non-refundable service fee.
All forms must be submitted with the printed name and signed by the Licensee (Owner), Manager, or Authorized Agent REGISTERED with the Honolulu Liquor Commission. (If an Authorized Agent needs to be registered with Honolulu Liquor Commission, please submit the Notification of Authorized Agent form: LIQ-LIC-106.)
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New/Transfer Liquor License Application Guide
Click here for the detailed guide to completing a new liquor license or transfer license application.
Customer Support:
- For technical support or explanations of the requirements in the New/Transfer Application Guide, contact our Licensing Supervisor, at dsato@honolulu.gov
- Contact our Licensing Support section, HLC@honolu.gov for questions related to submitting your application.
Liquor License Application & Request Forms, Checklists and Packets
If you have any questions regarding a form or checklist item, please email our Licensing Clerical Section: HLC@honolulu.gov
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| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 001 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| For Corporation/Club: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnerships: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition submit Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Financial Statement (not over 1 year old) | LIQ-LIC-138 | |
| Personal History & Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| Voter List (Affidavit on Application for Statewide Voter Registration) or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-139 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| Zoning Clearance or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-122 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 001 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 002 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| For Corporation/Club: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnerships: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition submit Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Financial Statement (not over 1 year old) | LIQ-LIC-138 | |
| Personal History & Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| Voter List (Affidavit on Application for Statewide Voter Registration) or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-139 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| Zoning Clearance or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-122 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 002 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 003 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| Supplemental Information for Transient Vessel | LIQ-LIC-141 | |
| For Sole Proprietor (Personal History & Affidavit) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| For Corporation: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnership: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition submit Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Financial Statement (not over 1 year old) | LIQ-LIC-138 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 003 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 004 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| For Corporation: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnership: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition submit Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Financial Statement (not over 1 year old) | LIQ-LIC-138 | |
| Personal History and Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 004 | |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 005 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| For Corporation: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnership: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition submit Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Financial Statement (not over 1 year old) | LIQ-LIC-138 | |
| Personal History and Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 005 | |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 006 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| For Corporation/Club: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnerships: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition submit Articles of Organization and Operating Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Supplemental Information for Special Liquor License Application | LIQ-LIC-143 | |
| Personal History & Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| Request for Approval of Temporary Reduction of Licensed Premises (Liquor License Holder to complete this form) | LIQ-LIC-158 | |
| Landlord Authorization for Sale and Service of Liquor | LIQ-LIC-142 | |
| Zoning Clearance Special Liquor License Zoning Clearance Statement of Affirmation (HCDA) or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-122 LIQ-LIC-144 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 006 | |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 007 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| Landlord Authorization for Sale and Service of Liquor | LIQ-LIC-142 | |
| Supplemental Information for Special Liquor License Application | LIQ-LIC-143 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 007 |
Must be submitted with a “New” or “Transfer” Liquor License Application
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 008 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Liquor License Application Form | LIQ-LIC-101 | |
| Landlord Authorization for Sale and Service of Liquor | LIQ-LIC-142 | |
| Authorization to Operate on a Temp Liquor License (Standard Temporary ONLY) | LIQ-LIC-145 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 008 | ||
Must be received 3 weeks prior to event.
Special [Non-Profit] Liquor License Checklist and Application Packet
All required forms included in the application packet:
- Checklist of required documents
- Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable)
- Special [Non-Profit] Liquor License Application LIQ-LIC-101D
- Authorization for Sale and Service of Liquor (SUBMIT ONE)
- Landlord Authorization LIQ-LIC-142 (If event is on a non-liquor licensed premises); OR
- Licensee Authorization LIQ-LIC-162 (If the event is on a liquor licensed premises, signed by liquor license holder.)
- Request for Minors Performing at Events LIQ-LIC-125 (if applicable)
Additional documents to be included in submission (See checklist in application packet):
- Verification of Non-Profit Status
- Description of proposed liquor licensed premises (i.e., diagram with dimensions, floor plans, etc.), area indicated in “RED“
- Copy of approved Street User Permit (if applicable)
- Security Plan/Procedures (if applicable)
Click here for the packet: Special Non-Profit Application
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 010 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Transfer of Stock Application | LIQ-LIC-114 | |
| Personal History & Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 010 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 011 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Request to Change Licensee Trade Tame (DBA), Address or Other Contact Information | LIQ-LIC-134 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 011 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 012 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Outside Warehouse Permit Application | LIQ-LIC-120 | |
| Outside Warehouse Statement of Understanding | LIQ-LIC-120A | |
| Zoning Clearance or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-122 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 012 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 013 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Request for Approval of Permanent Reduction or Permanent Increase of Licensed Premises | ||
| Landlord Authorization for Increase of Licensed Premises | LIQ-LIC-128 | |
| Zoning Clearance or Statement of Affirmation (optional) | LIQ-LIC-122 LIQ-LIC-140 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 013 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 014 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Request for Approval of Temporary Increase of Licensed Premises | LIQ-LIC-127 | |
| Landlord Authorization for Increase of Licensed Premises | LIQ-LIC-128 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 014 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 015 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Request for Internal Alteration | LIQ-LIC-148 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 015 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 016 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Duplicate Liquor License Application | LIQ-LIC-110 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 016 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 017 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| For Corporation/Club: Add or Delete Officers/Directors (in addition, submit Articles of Incorporation) | LIQ-LIC-103 | |
| For Partnerships: Add or Delete Partners/Members (in addition, submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| For LLC/Unincorporated Association: Add or Delete Members (in addition, submit Partnership Agreement) | LIQ-LIC-104 | |
| Personal History & Affidavit (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-129 | |
| Criminal History Record Clearance (1 per Officer, Director, Member, or 25%+ stockholder) (All Partners and Sole Proprietors required) | LIQ-LIC-132 | |
| Fingerprinting Services | Fingerprinting | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 017 |
| Checklist (Review checklist for other requirements and supporting documents) | 019 Checklist | |
| Notification of Authorized Agent (if applicable) | LIQ-LIC-106 | |
| Notification of Trade Show Exhibitor | LIQ-LIC-116 | |
| Landlord Authorization for Sale and Service of Liquor | LIQ-LIC-142 | |
| Application for Sampling at Trade Shows and Exhibitions (Each exhibitor conduction liquor sampling must submit a separate form) | LIQ-LIC-115A | |
| Request for Approval of Temporary Reduction of Licensed Premises (Required if event is held at a location with an active liquor license) (Liquor License Holder to complete this form | LIQ-LIC-158 | |
| FULL PDF PACKET 019 |
Other License/Permit Forms
FORM # | DOCUMENT NAME | DOCUMENT LINKS | |
| LIQ-LIC-103 | Add or Delete Officers/Directors Corporation Only | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-104 | Add or Delete Members/Managers/Partners For LLC, Partnership or Unincorporated Association | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-105 | Approval Request for Timekeeping Record System | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-106 | Notification of Authorized Agent | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-109 | Request for Cancellation or Safekeeping of Liquor License | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-110 | Application for Duplicate Liquor License | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-111 | Request for use of Tabletop Games / Gaming Devices / Entertainment Machines & Equipment | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-112 | Permit A, B, C, D Receiving Shipments of Liquor | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-113 | Direct Wine Shipper Permit Application | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-115 | Sampling on Licensed Premises (Revised 2018) | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-115A | Application for Sampling at Trade Shows and Exhibitions | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-116 | Notification of Trade Show Exhibitor | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-118 | Solicitor’s or Representative’s Permit Application | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-119 | Request for Pool Buying | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-123 | Request for Casino Entertainment | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-125 | Request for Minor (Under Age 18) Performing at Events | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-126 | Request for Approval of Inventory Balancing | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-129 | Personal History and Affidavit | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-130 | Alcohol Permit Application | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-132 | Request for Criminal History Record | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-133 | Request for Trial Entertainment | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-134 | Request to Change Licensee Name or other Contact Information | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-135 | Request for Public Information | Fillable | Printable |
| Fingerprinting | Fingerprinting Services for the Honolulu Liquor Commission | N/A | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-149 | Notification of Employee Termination | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-151 | Licensee Contact Information Form | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-156 | Management or Operating Agreement | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-157 | Request for Employment of a Minor | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LIC-158 | Request for Approval of Temporary Reduction of Licensed Premises | Fillable | Printable |
| LIQ-LCIS-901 | Request for LCIS User Access (for Licensees) | Fillable | Printable |
GROSS LIQUOR SALES (GLS) REPORT FORMS
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| FY2024 ANNUAL/PARTIAL GROSS LIQUOR SALES (GLS) REPORT To report GLS for the full or partial fiscal year period from 7/1/23 to 6/30/24 | |||
| All Licenses | File Online | Quick Guide | |
| Request for LCIS User Access | How to Register | ||
| TEMPORARY LICENSE PERIOD GROSS LIQUOR SALES FORM To report GLS for the temporary license period. | |||
| * Do NOT fax or email your Temporary License Period GLS report. * Fillable forms are used to report a TEMPORARY LICENSE PERIOD only. | |||
| Brew Pub (T-B) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Cabaret (T-I) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Caterer (T-Q) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Club (T-F) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Condominium Hotel (T-Z) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Dispenser (T-E) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Hotel (T-L) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Manufacturer (T-A) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Restaurant (T-R) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Retail (T-D) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Small Craft Producer Pub (T-S) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Tour/Cruise Vessel (T-J) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Wholesaler (T-C) | Fillable | Instructions | |
| Winery (T-W) | Fillable | Instructions | |
CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION | |||
| LIQ-REG-201 | Certificate of Registration (Liquor Card) Application | Fillable | |