Kahului Marriage Records Search
Kahului marriage records are managed through the Hawaii Department of Health, which issues licenses through private agents and maintains certified copies for all marriages on Maui. Kahului is the main commercial hub of Maui and Maui County, and the process for getting a marriage license or certified copy follows the state DOH system. This page covers the local agents who serve Kahului, what you need to bring to your appointment, how to order copies, and where older historical marriage records are kept for this area.
Kahului Overview
Kahului Marriage License Agents
Kahului and the broader central Maui area are served by private marriage license agents who are authorized by the Hawaii Department of Health. You do not visit a government counter to pick up your license. Instead, you contact a local agent directly, set an appointment, and meet in person. Both partners must be at the same appointment together. The agent issues the license on site after reviewing your documents and confirming your online application.
One private agent currently serving the Kahului area is Sherilynn Takushi. She can be reached at (808) 276-6919. Text message is preferred over a phone call when first reaching out. Appointments are required, so do not show up without one. Her website at hawaiimarriagelicenseinfo.com has additional details on scheduling and what to bring. For questions about the DOH system or general information, you can also contact the Maui District Health Office at (808) 984-8210 or email doh.marriage@doh.hawaii.gov.
The screenshot below comes from the Hawaii DOH marriage license agent directory, where you can check the current list of authorized agents for Maui and confirm contact information before reaching out.
Agent availability changes. The DOH updates its directory when agents are added or removed. Always pull the current list from the DOH site before you call, since phone numbers and schedules can shift over time.
| Agent | Sherilynn Takushi |
|---|---|
| Phone | (808) 276-6919 (text preferred) |
| Website | hawaiimarriagelicenseinfo.com |
| Availability | By appointment only |
| Maui DOH Info Line | (808) 984-8210 |
Note: Always confirm your appointment before the day of the meeting, as schedules can shift with short notice.
Applying for a Kahului Marriage License
Before you contact any local Kahului agent, you must complete the online marriage license application at emrs.ehawaii.gov. Both applicants fill this out together and submit it through the portal. After you submit, you get a confirmation number. You bring that number with you when you meet the agent. Skipping the online step is not an option, even if you already know your agent and have a time set.
At the appointment, both people must show up at the same time. Each person needs a valid government-issued photo ID. A driver's license or passport both work. If either person was married before, bring proof showing how that marriage ended. A certified copy of the divorce decree, an annulment order, or a death certificate works depending on the situation. The agent reviews everything on the spot and issues the license that day if all documents are in order.
The license costs $65. That breaks down to $60 for the base license plus a $5 online portal fee. The fee is non-refundable once paid. Once you have the license, you must hold your ceremony in Hawaii within 30 days of issuance. After the ceremony, the officiant signs the license and sends it back to the DOH to close out the record.
Kahului Marriage Certificate Copies
Once a marriage is registered, the record lives with the Hawaii Department of Health. There is no local Kahului office where you can walk in and get a certified copy. All requests go through the DOH, and you have three ways to do it: online, by mail, or in person at the main Honolulu office. The Maui District Health Office does not issue certified copies directly.
The screenshot below is from the Maui District Health Office vital records page, which explains how record requests work for Maui residents and where to send mail-in requests.
Online orders are the fastest option. Use the state portal at vitrec.ehawaii.gov, which is open any time. Each certified copy costs $10, plus a $4 transaction fee and a $2.50 portal fee. Pay with a debit or credit card. The DOH processes the order and mails the copy directly to you. Allow roughly 14 business days for the Maui District Health Office to process the request.
If you prefer mail, write out your request with both parties' names, the date of marriage, and your mailing address. Include a cashier's check, certified check, or money order made payable to the Hawaii State Department of Health. Send to: P.O. Box 3378, Honolulu, HI 96801. In-person pickup is available at the main Honolulu office at 1250 Punchbowl St., Room 103, Honolulu, HI 96813.
Note: No pickup service is available on Maui. Certificates must be mailed to you or picked up in person at the Honolulu office on Oahu.
Maui District Health Office
The Maui District Health Office serves Kahului and all of Maui County. It is the local arm of the Hawaii DOH and provides general guidance on marriage license applications and record requests. The office is located in nearby Wailuku, just a short drive from central Kahului.
| Address | State Office Building 54 South High St., Room 301 Wailuku, HI 96793 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (808) 984-8210 |
| doh.marriage@doh.hawaii.gov | |
| Certificate Orders | vitrec.ehawaii.gov |
| Mail To | P.O. Box 3378, Honolulu, HI 96801 |
The office answers general questions about the process, but record copies are handled through the state DOH ordering system, not by the Wailuku office directly. Call ahead if you have questions about eligibility or what documents to submit with a mail request.
Hawaii Marriage Record Access Laws
Hawaii law limits who can get certified copies of marriage records. Under Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 338-18, vital records including marriage certificates are restricted documents. Access is not open to the general public. The people who can request a copy include the persons named on the record, their immediate family members, legal representatives, and anyone who can show a direct and tangible interest in the record.
When you submit a request, you certify that you qualify. Giving false information on a vital records application is a criminal offense under state law. The DOH reviews requests on a case-by-case basis. If your relationship to the record is unclear, you may be asked to provide supporting documentation before your copy is released.
Marriage records are not searchable through a public index in Hawaii. You need to know the names of both parties and the approximate date or year of the marriage to request a copy. The DOH does not offer a name-based public lookup tool for marriage records.
Historical Kahului Marriage Records
For older Maui marriage records, researchers have several paths available beyond the standard DOH ordering process. Maui marriage records from 1842 through 1929 are held at the Hawaii State Archives. Some of this material has been digitized and is searchable through the Hawaii Digital Archives. The state archives collection covers all islands, so Maui records from that period are included.
The screenshot below is from the Hawaii DOH marriage license agent directory, which also points researchers toward older record resources maintained by the state.
The Maui Family History Center at (808) 877-0586 is another resource for historical research. It provides free access to genealogy databases that include Hawaii vital records not available through standard search tools. Second Circuit Court records for Maui from 1905 through 1949 are also available through the DOH. The Hawaii State Library Kahului Branch holds birth record indexes from 1896 to 1909, which can assist researchers looking at records from that early period.
For research guidance on older records, the University of Hawaii library guide at guides.library.manoa.hawaii.edu is a solid starting point. It covers Hawaii vital records, archives, and genealogical databases with direct links to primary sources.
Maui County Marriage Records
Kahului is in Maui County, which handles marriage records through the Maui District Health Office and the statewide DOH system. All Kahului marriage licenses and certificates are part of the Maui County record system. For a broader look at how marriage records work across Maui County, including all district offices and related resources, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
These Maui communities are close to Kahului and follow the same DOH system for marriage licenses and certified copies.