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Hawaii plumber license renewal & CE requirements

When to renew, how many continuing-education hours you need, which topics are required, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

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Renewal rules by license

Journey Worker Plumber

RenewalEvery 3 years. All plumber licenses renew by June 30 every three years (2027, 2030, 2033…). On-time active renewal $306. Forfeited licenses may be restored within 1 year ($406 active); after 1 year reapply as new.Source: cca.hawaii.gov · as of
CE hours & topicsActive PJ/PM must show UH Community College UPC update course (or Board-prescribed exam). One-time exemption if newly licensed within one year of expiration. Inactive status not subject to CC.Source: cca.hawaii.gov · as of
Fees
  • Application (non-refundable): $40
  • License fee if issued in year 1 of triennium: $306
  • License fee if issued in year 2 of triennium: $204
  • License fee if issued in year 3 of triennium: $102
  • Active renewal (triennial): $306
  • Inactive renewal: $12
  • Restore active within 1 year (late): $406
Source: cca.hawaii.gov · as of · Renewal dollars also on cca.hawaii.gov Exam fee paid to PSI after approval (amount on PSI registration — not printed as a fixed dollar on the 2026-06 application packet we used).

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FAQ

When do plumber licenses renew?

By June 30 every 3 years (2027, 2030…). Active renewal $306.

What CE is required?

Continued competency on the current UPC update via UH Community College (or Board exam). New licenses within one year of expiration are exempt once.

Not licensed yet? See How to get a plumber license in Hawaii.

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