Pass and ID Office at Kahului International Airport (OGG)

The Pass and ID Office at Kahului International Airport (OGG) is responsible for issuing and managing airport security credentials for individuals and vehicles requiring access to OGG’s secure and restricted areas. Operated under the Hawaii Department of Transportation – Airports Division, Maui District, and following all Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulatory requirements, the office plays a critical role in maintaining safety and security across airport operations.

Airport employees, contractors, vendors, and other authorized personnel must obtain proper identification through the OGG Pass and ID Office before entering any restricted zone of the airport.

Services Provided at the OGG Pass and ID Office

Airport Security Badges

Security badges are required for all personnel who need access to non-public, restricted, or operational areas of Kahului Airport. Badge types at OGG typically include:

• Sterile Area Access – Required for workers operating past TSA checkpoints.

• Ramp & Airfield Access – For ground crews, maintenance, fueling, baggage handlers, and operations personnel.

• SIDA Badges (Security Identification Display Area) – For individuals working near aircraft, taxiways, and sensitive airside locations.

All applicants must complete TSA-mandated background checks and security training before receiving a badge.

Temporary Access Credentials

Temporary credentials may be issued for short-term operational needs, such as:

• Contractors performing maintenance or construction

• Vendors making scheduled deliveries

• Visitors attending authorized meetings or inspections

Types of temporary access provided:

• Single-Day Visitor Passes

• Escort-Required Passes, allowing escorted access under supervision of a badged sponsor

All temporary credentials require advance planning and authorization.

Vehicle Access Permits

Any vehicle entering OGG’s restricted airside or perimeter-controlled zones must have a valid airport-issued permit.

Eligible vehicles include:

• Ground service equipment

• Fueling trucks

• Maintenance and facility service vehicles

• Authorized vendor vehicles

Permits must be clearly displayed whenever operating within restricted areas.

Tenant and Vendor Badges

Businesses operating at OGG—including airlines, concessions, custodial services, rental car companies, cargo operators, and retail vendors—must ensure employees receive appropriate airport identification.

These badges:

• Are restricted to authorized work zones

• Require employer sponsorship

• Require completion of background checks and training

Visitor and Special Access Passes

Visitor passes may be issued for:

• Pre-approved media access

• Government or VIP visits

• Academic or aviation-related educational visits

• FAA/TSA official business

These passes generally require advance coordination and are valid only for limited, escorted use.

Badge Application and Issuance Process

1. Sponsorship

Only applicants sponsored by an employer authorized to operate at OGG may apply for an airport badge.

2. Application Form Submission

Applicants must submit:

• Completed badge application

• Valid government-issued identification

• Employer authorization forms

3. Security Screening

Required TSA assessments include:

• Security Threat Assessment (STA)

• Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)

• Applicable authorization for the access level requested

4. Mandatory Training

Applicants must complete security training covering:

• Airport safety principles

• Access control

• Proper badge use

• TSA security rules

5. Badge Pickup

Upon approval and training completion, applicants will receive instructions for picking up their badge in person.

Badges must always be worn visibly above the waist in all secure areas. Failure to comply may result in badge suspension or revocation.

Location and Contact Information

Pass and ID Office – Kahului International Airport (OGG)

• Location: Within the Maui District Airport Office complex (exact directions available through your employer or Airport Operations)

• Phone: (808) 872-3830 (Maui District Airports)

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

(Closed weekends and state holidays; hours may vary—verify through your employer.)

• Appointments: Required for badge applications, renewals, fingerprinting, and training. Walk-ins are not guaranteed.

Additional Guidance for Airport Personnel and Contractors

• Badge Renewals: Employees must renew badges before the expiration date.

• Lost or Stolen Badges: Must be reported immediately to Airport Operations and the Pass and ID Office.

• Badge Deactivation: Employers must notify the Pass and ID Office as soon as employment ends or access is no longer needed.

• Escort Responsibility: Sponsors escorting unbadged individuals must maintain continuous visual control at all times.

The Pass and ID Office at Kahului International Airport ensures that only authorized, trained, and properly vetted individuals gain access to secure areas of the airport. Through rigorous oversight and compliance with federal and state security requirements, the office supports a safe environment for airport personnel, travelers, and tenants.

If you need information regarding credentialing procedures, badge renewals, training, or TSA compliance at OGG, contact your authorized employer representative or the Maui District Airports Office.