Welcoming on Immigration
Hawaii Immigration Policy 2026
Immigration laws, sanctuary status, E-Verify requirements, and how immigration shapes the political landscape in Hawaii ahead of 2026.
18.0%
Immigrant Population
Welcoming
Immigration Stance
Not required
E-Verify
DL: Yes
Undoc. Drivers License
Key Immigration Policies
| Sanctuary Status | Yes — counties have sanctuary-like policies |
| E-Verify Requirement | Not required |
| Drivers License (Undocumented) | Yes |
| In-State Tuition (Undocumented) | Yes |
| Enforcement Approach | Welcoming policies; tourism depends on diverse workforce |
Overview
Hawaii has significant immigrant communities from the Philippines, Japan, China, and Korea. The state\'s tourism economy depends on diverse labor. The state has extended in-state tuition and services to undocumented residents.
2026 Political Impact
Hawaii is solidly blue and immigration policies are consistently welcoming. The state\'s Asian-American majority has shaped more welcoming attitudes.