Late fee rules in Hawaii
In Hawaii, the late fee is at most 8% of the rent due. Hawaii law sets no grace period before a late fee.
Checked against Hawaii law on Oct 30, 2026.
What Hawaii law says
What is the maximum late fee a landlord can charge in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, the late fee is at most 8% of the rent due.
Source: Haw. Rev. Stat. § 521-21(f), read Oct 30, 2026.
When can a landlord charge a late fee in Hawaii?
Hawaii law sets no grace period before a late fee.
We read the state's landlord-tenant law on Oct 30, 2026 and found no statute on this.
Check your city's rules too: a city or county can set stricter limits. This is general information, not legal advice.