Candidate Filing
Filing Steps for Candidates:
- Complete and submit application
- Receive nomination paper and collect signatures
- Submit statement and photo for the Digital Voter Guide
- File nomination paper and submit filing fee
The County Clerk's Office accepts filings for County, State, and Federal contests, except filings for President must be made with the State Office of Elections.
In-Person Filing:
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By appointment only.
Office of the County Clerk
Elections Division
Call: (808) 270-7749
Online:
Candidate Qualifications
To use the online application system, candidates need:
- Hawai'i Driver’s License or Hawai'i State ID card
- Social Security Number
- Printer
- White 8-1/2” x 11” paper
NOTE:
Candidates must submit completed nomination papers to the County Clerk's Office by no later than
June 2, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Candidate Qualifications
Candidate Qualifications
Maui County Council
- Term: 2 years
(January 2027-2029)
- Qualifications:
- Qualified voter of Maui County
- Resident for a period of 1 year (before filing) in the area of Maui County for which the person seeks to be elected
To see terms and qualifications for Federal and State offices, visit the State Office of Elections at the link below.
Candidate Reports
Candidate filing for the 2026 Elections ends June 2, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
The Candidate Report is updated weekdays
(excluding holidays) after 4:30 p.m. lists candidates who have filed
nomination papers.
Financial Disclosure
Candidates running for Maui County Council or Mayor seats are also required to file a Financial Disclosure Statement with their nomination papers. Candidate statements may be viewed using the link below.