SBA Lenders in Hawaii
8 active SBA lenders · 537 loans approved · $42.2M total volume
All SBA Lenders in Hawaii
| Lender | City | Loans | Total Volume | Avg Loan | Preferred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Pacific Bank | Honolulu | 493 | $33.3M | $68K | ⭐ |
| First Hawaiian Bank | HONOLULU | 22 | $2.7M | $123K | ⭐ |
| Hawaii National Bank | HONOLULU | 8 | $3.2M | $405K | — |
| Bank of Hawaii | Honolulu | 7 | $1.5M | $215K | ⭐ |
| Gather FCU | Lihue | 3 | $1.3M | $427K | ⭐ |
| Valley Isle Community FCU | Kahului | 2 | $60K | $30K | — |
| CU Hawaii FCU | Hilo | 1 | $120K | $120K | — |
| American Savings Bank FSB | Honolulu | 1 | $25K | $25K | — |
Finding an SBA Lender in Hawaii
There are currently 8 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Hawaii, ranging from national banks to local community lenders. Together they have approved 537 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $42.2M since 2020.
Of these, 4 are SBA Preferred Lenders — meaning they have delegated authority to approve SBA loans without prior SBA review, resulting in faster processing and funding.
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SBA Lender Questions for Hawaii
How many SBA lenders are in Hawaii?
There are currently 8 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Hawaii. Together they have approved 537 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $42.2M since 2020. Of these, 4 hold SBA Preferred Lender status, allowing them to approve loans without prior SBA review.
What is an SBA Preferred Lender in Hawaii?
An SBA Preferred Lender (PLP) in Hawaii is a bank or financial institution that has earned delegated authority from the SBA to approve loans independently — without waiting for SBA review. This results in faster approvals (often 7–10 business days vs. 4–6 weeks) and a more streamlined process. Hawaii currently has 4 Preferred Lenders.
How do I choose the best SBA lender in Hawaii?
When choosing an SBA lender in Hawaii, consider three factors: (1) Preferred Lender status — these lenders close loans faster; (2) loan volume — lenders with higher approval counts have more SBA experience; (3) average loan size — find a lender whose typical deal size matches your needs. Our directory shows real SBA loan data for all 8 Hawaii lenders so you can compare objectively.
How long does SBA loan approval take in Hawaii?
With an SBA Preferred Lender in Hawaii, approval typically takes 7–10 business days. Non-preferred lenders require SBA review, adding 2–4 weeks. After approval, funding usually takes an additional 2–4 weeks, so total time from application to funding is typically 30–90 days depending on the lender and loan complexity.