Window tint laws in Hawaii (2026)
Per-window rules for Hawaii, United States - cited to the primary legal sources and last verified 2026-07-15.
The rules, window by window
| Window | Rule |
|---|---|
| Front side windows | Minimum 35% VLT |
| Rear side windows | Minimum 35% VLT |
| Rear window | Minimum 35% VLT |
Windshield
Transparent sunscreening material is permitted along the top edge of the windshield if it does not encroach upon the AS-1 portion as defined by FMVSS 205, or extends no lower than 4 inches below the top of the windshield measured from the middle point of the bottom edge of the top windshield moulding.
Medical exemption
No medical exemption provision was identified in the section text reviewed. Hawaii is commonly described as having no tint medical exemption, but this was not confirmed either way from primary text in this pass.
Notes
Passenger car values: front side windows and windows to the rear of the driver must have a light transmittance of no less than 35 percent, with an unusually wide plus or minus 6 percent tolerance. The statute measures compliance when the material is used in conjunction with the glazing, meaning a combined glass-plus-film standard, and references FMVSS 205. Vans, minivans, trucks, and buses may have side windows behind the driver and rear windows completely tinted if the vehicle has rearview mirrors on both sides. No reflectance limit or color ban appeared in the section text reviewed. Verified from a full-text reproduction because the official capitol.hawaii.gov statute page returned HTTP 403 in this pass. This summary is informational and is not legal advice.
This page is informational only and is not legal advice. Window tint laws change, enforcement practices vary, and the summaries here may not reflect the most recent amendments - always confirm the current rules with your local licensing authority or law enforcement before tinting a vehicle.
Last verified: 2026-07-15
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Frequently asked questions
What tint is legal on front side windows in Hawaii?+
Hawaii requires front side windows to let at least 35% of visible light through. Film rated darker than that is illegal on those windows, and roadside enforcement typically measures glass plus film together.
Can I have a tinted windshield strip in Hawaii?+
Yes, within limits: Transparent sunscreening material is permitted along the top edge of the windshield if it does not encroach upon the AS-1 portion as defined by FMVSS 205, or extends no lower than 4 inches below the top of the windshield measured from the middle point of the bottom edge of the top windshield moulding.
Is there a medical exemption for darker tint in Hawaii?+
No medical exemption provision was identified in the section text reviewed. Hawaii is commonly described as having no tint medical exemption, but this was not confirmed either way from primary text in this pass.
Where do these rules come from?+
Every rule on this page is cited to a primary legal source (statute or regulation text), listed under the disclaimer with links. Last verified 2026-07-15. Laws change - confirm with your local authorities before tinting.
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