A Guide for Moving to Hawaii
- 1). Visit Hawaii to see the different islands in person and learn about each. Note which islands you prefer and decide whether living in that location will be beneficial. Think about factors such as job opportunities and schools, which may require you to settle in a more populated area.
- 2). Research housing options once you have chosen where you would like to move. This is best done while you are still in Hawaii, but it is also manageable while in the continental United States through the use of Internet resources. Use a reputable real estate agent when attempting to secure an apartment, condominium or house to rent or buy. Keep in mind that housing in Hawaii is very expensive; renting an apartment in Honolulu, for example, costs an average of $1,600 a month.
- 3). Decide whether you will move your vehicle to Hawaii. Doing so is relatively easy with ocean carriers that travel between the continental U.S. and Hawaii weekly. Visit the website for Matson, a company that specializes in moving items between the continental U.S. and Hawaii. If you are not interested in moving your vehicle, public transportation is available throughout Hawaii in the forms of taxis and buses. You can also just purchase a new vehicle in Hawaii.
- 4). Decide whether you will move your pet to Hawaii. Due to Hawaii's insistence to remain rabies-free, not all animals are permitted to enter Hawaii; non-domesticated animals and exotic species are forbidden. If you want your pet to move with you, it will have to go through a quarantine program to evaluate its health upon arrival in Hawaii. Check Hawaii's government website for complete information and updates prior to moving.