Most small businesses file quarterly. Each G-45 covers a calendar quarter and is due the 20th of the following month.
| Period | Covers | Form G-45 due |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | Jan – Mar 2026 | Mon, Apr 20, 2026 |
| Q2 2026 | Apr – Jun 2026 | Mon, Jul 20, 2026 |
| Q3 2026 | Jul – Sep 2026 | Tue, Oct 20, 2026 |
| Q4 2026 | Oct – Dec 2026 | Wed, Jan 20, 2027 |
If you owe more than $4,000 in GET per year you file monthly — each month’s G-45 is due the 20th of the next month (e.g. January is due Feb 20, 2026; February is due Mar 20, 2026, and so on through the year).
| Period | Covers | Form G-45 due |
|---|---|---|
| 1st half 2026 | Jan – Jun 2026 | Mon, Jul 20, 2026 |
| 2nd half 2026 | Jul – Dec 2026 | Wed, Jan 20, 2027 |
Every GET taxpayer also files an annual return, Form G-49, due by the 20th day of the 4th month after your tax year ends. For a calendar-year business, the 2025 G-49 is due Mon, Apr 20, 2026.
| Tax year | Form G-49 due |
|---|---|
| Calendar year 2025 | Mon, Apr 20, 2026 |
| Calendar year 2026 | Tue, Apr 20, 2027 |
A due date that falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday moves to the next business day. All 2026 dates above fall on weekdays. This page is general information, not tax advice — confirm current deadlines with the Hawaii Department of Taxation (tax.hawaii.gov).
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