North America
Pet travel to Honolulu
Hawaii 5-day or 10-day quarantine avoidance program.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
OIE-FAVN rabies titer test — minimum 30-day wait after test
- 2
Microchip implanted before rabies vaccination
- 3
Two rabies vaccinations documented
- 4
HDOA advance approval and permit
- 5
Approved airline and approved carrier
These are the official entry rules for United States.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for United States.
Hawaii is a rabies-free state with the strictest US entry requirements. The 5-Day-or-Less program requires impeccable documentation timing. We manage the 120-day preparation timeline end-to-end.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Honolulu.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Honolulu.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Honolulu.
Hawaii is a rabies-free state with the strictest US entry requirements. The HDOA Animal Quarantine Station processes all arriving pets at HNL. The 5-Day-or-Less program reduces quarantine to 5 days with perfect documentation timing — we manage the full 120-day preparation calendar to achieve this.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
120–180 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Honolulu.
Hotel Renew
Hotel Renew allows 2 dogs of any size for an additional fee of $35 per pet, per night. Sorry, no cats or exotic pets.
Waikiki Grand Studio 704
This condo in Honolulu is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Honolulu.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Honolulu. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Honolulu with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
TheBus accepts small dogs in carriers on all routes. Larger dogs require private transport. The Skyline rail connects the airport to Ala Moana; carriers permitted.
Private Cars
We arrange island-wide private transfers from HNL. Pre-screened drivers certified in Hawaii's strict biosecurity etiquette — critical for first-entry logistics.
On Foot
Honolulu's coastal paths and Diamond Head surrounds are best explored on foot. We provide hour-by-hour guides to beach access windows and off-lead park zones.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Honolulu, with your dog.
Elaine Dobashi Hawai'i Kai Dog Park
Elaine Dobashi Hawai'i Kai Dog Park is a fenced dog run in Honolulu, HI, where Fido is welcome to enjoy some off-leash play. This park features both
234 Keahole St, Honolulu, HI, US, 96825
Kahala Beach
Kahala Beach is pet-friendly beach in Honolulu. Park along Portlock Road and take a stroll along this beautiful beach that is usually frequented
280 Portlock Road, Honolulu, HI, US, 96816
Kuliouou Ridge Trail
Kuliouou Ridge Trail is a popular Hawaiian hike near Honolulu that winds through the tall forest of pine trees; a totally different vibe to most hikes
Kala'au Pl, Honolulu, HI, US, 96821
Mahiku Farmers Market
Bring your leashed pup to the Mahiku Farmers Market in Honolulu, HI, where you can browse for produce, flowers, plants, crafts and artwork. Enjoy
2330 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI, US, 96815
SUPDog Hawaii
Bring Fido to learn how to Stand Up Paddle Board in Honolulu, Hawaii. The wonders of the Pacific Ocean surround us here in Hawaii. Its magnetic draw
127 Kaloko Ln, Honolulu, HI, US, 96813
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Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Honolulu.
Pet-Friendly Dining
Eat out, dog in tow.
Verified dog-welcoming restaurants, cafés, and markets in Honolulu. Policy notes confirmed by our local team.
Terrace Dining
The Pig & The Lady
Chinatown
Shaded lanai patio welcomes leashed dogs; casual Vietnamese-inspired cuisine.
Casual
Kaimana Beach Bar
Waikīkī
Beachfront tables adjacent to the park — dogs welcome at outdoor seating.
Market
KCC Farmers Market
Diamond Head
Saturday morning farmers market at the base of Diamond Head; dogs encouraged.
Supply & Stores
Pet food & supply stores
Specialty Food
Pet Backer Honolulu
955 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu HI 96814
Carries fresh and raw diet options; staff knowledgeable on grain-free travel nutrition.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
VCA Animal Specialty Group
Export Clinic
Windward Pet Clinic
Boarding & Daycare
Aloha Pet Resort
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Honolulu: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Honolulu and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Honolulu.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
