Hawaii eviction process

5 days nonpayment notice.

Nonpayment requires a 5-business-day notice; lease violations require a 10-day cure notice. Month-to-month tenancies require 45 days' notice from the landlord.

What this means for you: Paying within the 5-day window stops a nonpayment eviction.

Your next step: Note the 5-business-day deadline and pay if you can.

Source: Haw. Rev. Stat. §§ 521-68, 521-71. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).

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Eviction in nearby states: California (3 days nonpayment notice).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.

Updated July 2026