Jurisdiction information summary for the Florida bar admission process.
NextGen UBE Notice
Florida has announced that it intends to first administer the NextGen bar exam in July 2028. Visit https://www.ncbex.org/exams/nextgen to learn more about the new exam.
Exam Information
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Bar Exam
| Legacy UBE | No |
|---|---|
| NextGen UBE | Yes |
| Date First Administration | July 2028 |
| NextGen UBE Minimum Passing Score | TBA |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | TBA |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam | Yes (Details) |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam Minimum Passing Score | 136 (Details) |
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | No (Details) |
|---|---|
| Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility | Yes (Details) |
| Bar Exam Application Filing Deadlines |
July 2025
February 2026 |
| Bar Exam Application Filing Fees | Details |
Score Portability
| Accepts Legacy UBE Score | No |
|---|---|
| Accepts NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Minimum NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Date First Acceptance NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | No |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | Yes (Details) |
MPRE Requirements
| MPRE Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| MPRE Minimum Passing Score | 80 |
| MPRE Score Time Parameters | Details |
Admission on Motion
| Rules Provide for Admission on Motion | No |
|---|
Bar Admission Agency
Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Tippin-Moore Building
1891 Eider Ct.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1750
Phone: (850) 487-1292
Fax: (850) 414-6822
Character & Fitness Investigations
NCBE conducts investigations only for those seeking to be certified as Foreign Legal Consultants (FLC) by The Florida Bar.
Process Overview
Submission
Requirements, deadlines, and processing times vary among jurisdictions. Application processes are determined solely by the jurisdiction to which you are applying. Contact your jurisdiction for specific application instructions and deadlines.
Application and Fee
Contact The Florida Bar at https://www.floridabar.org/ for specific FLC application instructions and deadlines.
Completing and submitting a character and fitness application is only part of the bar application process.
NCBE Character Report Fee Schedule — Florida
Character Report Application fees increased on October 1, 2026.
NCBE conducts investigations on Foreign Legal Consultant (FLC) applicants only.
This information is for reference only. Your assigned fee and payment options are specified after submission of your online application.
| Fee Category | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| IV | $975 | Your first law degree (JD or LLB) was not obtained in the United States (regardless of whether a subsequent US law degree was conferred) or you have ever been authorized to practice law in a foreign country. |
Supplemental Conditions
You may be eligible for a reduced fee if NCBE has completed a character report for you in the last four years. Completion of a new application is required.
| Fee Category | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| VII | $500 | A complete Category IV report was prepared by NCBE for any jurisdiction. |
In addition to the processing fee, NCBE reserves the right to pass along the cost of obtaining records in conjunction with this application.
Refunds: If you request a refund for any reason after submitting your payment, an administrative fee will be retained. Refund of payment may be granted only in limited circumstances. Once NCBE has generated correspondence on your application, the entire fee payment is non-refundable.
How to Apply
NCBE conducts investigations on Foreign Legal Consultant (FLC) applicants only. Contact The Florida Bar at https://www.floridabar.org/ for specific FLC application instructions and deadlines.
All other applicants should contact Florida Board of Bar Examiners for filing instructions. FLC applicants can access the application by logging in to your NCBE Account.
Submit all requested documentation with the application. Incomplete or inaccurate responses will cause delay.
Processing by NCBE
NCBE may contact the schools, employers, courts, etc., identified in your application to gather relevant information. A prompt response to any inquiries from NCBE staff is required to prevent delays. The jurisdiction to which you are applying may also contact you and others to gather information.
If NCBE conducts an investigation, you may log in to your NCBE account to view status updates and you should monitor your email, NCBE Account, and text messages in case our investigators need additional information.
Final Review
The jurisdiction will review your application materials and, in some instances, NCBE's investigation report, and may require you to provide additional information or explanation or to appear for a personal interview.
NCBE makes no determinations or recommendations regarding who is eligible or ineligible to practice law. Jurisdictions make this determination.
Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Disclaimer
Since jurisdiction rules and policies change, NCBE strongly advises consulting the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for the most current information.