How to Move to Aiea, Hawaii

Some people move out of necessity for work while others move simply for the thrill of living in a new area, like tropical Hawaii. The largest city and capital of Hawaii, Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu. Honolulu, like many large cities, is divided in to smaller neighborhoods. Aiea is one such smaller section of Honolulu and is a suitable option for those seeking to live the Hawaiian island lifestyle.

Things You'll Need

  • Budget
  • Job offers or potential offers of employment
  • Family medical and education information
  • All personal paperwork verifying age and identity
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Instructions

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      Learn the areas of greater Honolulu. Aiea is a census-designated place within the consolidated city-county of Honolulu. Find housing in or around Aiea. Secure a physical address and have all utilities turned on. Change your mailing address. The post office that services Aiea is located at 99-040 Kauhale St.

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      Determine which schools your children should attend, if you have kids. All of the public schools in Aiea are under the jurisdiction of the Hawaii Department of Education. The elementary school is Aiea Elementary School with Aiea Intermediate School and Aiea High School as the secondary schools.

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      Learn how to get around town. Aiea is located near Pearl Harbor, which draws large tourist crowds throughout the year. Biking paths offer alternative routes of transporation or simply exercise and enjoyment. Plenty of room for outdoor activities, including parks, beaches and walking trails, is located in close proximity to Aiea.

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      Change your vehicle registration to reflect your new address in Aiea. Hawaii does not have a statewide department of motor vehicles, and instead assigns regulation to each county. Go to the Honolulu Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing and Permits with all applicable paperwork regarding your vehicle. Offices are located in satellite city halls across the island, including in the Uptown Pearlridge Shopping Center, 98-1005 Moanalua Road, 244B in Aiea. Have your vehicle's title and tags transferred to reflect your new address.

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      Learn to embrace the culture and climate of Aiea. Talk with growers and garden specialists in Aiea, such as ones listed by the National Gardening Association, on tips to growing plants, trees and flowers. Visit the USS Arizona Memorial which pays homage to Pearl Harbor and the events of Dec. 7, 1941. Talk to locals at coffee shops, bookstores, museums and restaurants. Find places to shop, eat and visit through the Hawaii Chamber of Commerce.

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