VA Loan Limits in Hawaii (2026)
For 2026, the VA county loan limit for most Hawaii counties is $832,750 for a single-family home — but only for veterans with partial entitlement. 4 higher-cost Hawaii counties go above that, up to $1,249,125.
With full VA entitlement, there is no loan limit in Hawaii — eligible veterans buy at any price a lender approves with $0 down and no monthly mortgage insurance.
VA loan limits by county in Hawaii
| County | 1-Unit | 2-Unit | 4-Unit | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu County | $1,249,125 | $1,599,225 | $2,402,475 | High-cost |
| Hawaii County | $1,249,125 | $1,599,225 | $2,402,475 | High-cost |
| Maui County | $1,249,125 | $1,599,225 | $2,402,475 | High-cost |
| Kauai County | $1,249,125 | $1,599,225 | $2,402,475 | High-cost |
Hawaii's median home price is roughly $840,000. With $0 down and no PMI, an example VA payment near that price is about $5,556/month including the financed funding fee, taxes, and insurance.
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The VA home-loan benefit lets eligible Hawaii veterans, active-duty service members, and surviving spouses buy with no down payment, no monthly mortgage insurance, and competitive rates. The county limits above only matter if your entitlement is reduced — otherwise there is no cap.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the VA loan limit in Hawaii for 2026?
- With full entitlement, none. For partial entitlement, most Hawaii counties use the $832,750 conforming baseline; high-cost counties go up to $1,249,125.
- Do VA loans in Hawaii require a down payment or PMI?
- No. Eligible borrowers can buy with $0 down, and VA loans never charge monthly mortgage insurance.