Palau
Jurisdiction and Bar Admission Information
NotePalau is administering the NextGen UBE in July 2026. Visit https://www.ncbex.org/exams/nextgen to learn more about the new exam.
NotePalau requires the following NCBE exams: the NextGen UBE and MPRE. Visit the NCBE Study Aids Store to purchase NextGen study aids; and MPRE study aids to help prepare for Palau exams.
Bar Admission Agency
Palau Supreme Court
P.O. Box 248
Koror, PW 96940
| Phone | (680) 767-2607 |
|---|---|
| Fax | (680) 767-2606 |
| vrechebei@palausupremecourt.net | |
| Website | Visit Website |
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility | No |
| July 2026: First filing deadline | June 1 |
| July 2026: Late filing deadline | — |
| February 2027: First filing deadline | — |
| February 2027: Late filing deadline | — |
| Bar Exam Application Filing Fees | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Score Portability
| Accepts Legacy UBE Score | No |
|---|---|
| Accepts NextGen UBE Score | Yes |
| Minimum NextGen UBE Score | 612 |
| Date First Acceptance NextGen UBE Score | July 2026 |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | Yes |
Character & Fitness Investigations
This jurisdiction does not use NCBE's character and fitness services; please contact Palau for filing instructions.
MPRE Requirements
| MPRE Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| MPRE Minimum Passing Score | 75 |
| MPRE Score Time Parameters | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Admission on Motion
| Rules Provide for Admission on Motion | No |
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| Legal Education and Reciprocity Requirements | Details available from the jurisdiction. |
Bar Exam
| NextGen UBE | Yes |
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| Date First Administration | July 2026 |
| Minimum Passing Score | 612 |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Legacy UBE | No |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam | Yes |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Minimum Passing Score | — |
Disclaimer: Since jurisdiction rules and policies change, NCBE strongly advises consulting the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for the most current information.