Hawaii Affidavit of Death
County Specific Legal Forms Validated as recently as October 5, 2026 by our Forms Development Team
About the Hawaii Affidavit of Death
How to Use This Form
- Select your county from the list
- Download the county-specific form
- Fill in the required information
- Have the document notarized if required
- Record with your county recorder's office
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The Hawaii affidavit of death is appropriate for use by a surviving joint tenant or a beneficiary identified in a recorded transfer on death deed.
To formally initiate the transfer of title, record an official copy of the deceased owner's death certificate. Include the affidavit when submitting the death certificate to the Bureau of Conveyances. Additionally, if the property is registered in Land Court, the Certificate of Title must be amended to reflect the death.
This is an important step because it contributes to a clear chain of title (ownership history), which should, in turn, make future sales of the property less complex. It also serves as public notice of the change in the property's status.
Each case is unique, however, so contact an attorney for complex situations or with specific questions.
Important: County-Specific Forms
Our affidavit of death forms are specifically formatted for each of the 4 counties in Hawaii.
After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.