Business Resources
The Business Action Center assists small businesses in:
- Registration of business
- Obtaining proper tax licenses
- Registering as an employer with the Department of Labor
- Business counseling and workshops
Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding business registration.
Business' Complaint History Search
Designed to help the public obtain basic information about complaints that have been filed against companies that conduct business in Hawai‘i.
Look up information about businesses registered with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) or to see if a name is registered.
Register a New Business On-line
Register a business online in the State of Hawai‘i. Use our step by step wizard process to file with multiple agencies or file a specific form directly with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.
Register a new trade name, trademark or service mark.
Purchase a Business Registration Document Online
Most documents and filings are available to purchase for businesses registered with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs in the state of Hawai‘i.
Purchase a Certificate of Good Standing On-line (COGS)
Search for and purchase a certificate of good standing (COGS) for your Hawai‘i business.
Complete your annual business filing online with the Dept of Commerce & Consumer Affairs.
Professional and Vocational License Search
This website allows you to search for information about professionals licensed by Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.
The business entity list builder allows you to build a customized list of businesses registered in the State of Hawai‘i. Information provided includes all addresses, officers, trade names, trade marks, and service marks associated with the businesses on your list.
Services for Frequent Filers On-line
The State website portal manager, eHawaii.gov, offers consolidated billing and even discounts for various business services by signing up to be a subscriber.