Puerto Rico

IMPORTANT: Since jurisdiction rules and policies change, you are strongly advised to consult the jurisdiction's bar admission agency directly for the most current information. Note that many jurisdictions are making emergency changes to rules, policies, and exam administrations in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit NCBE COVID-19 Updates for more information.

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The information provided on this page is drawn from the Comprehensive Guide to Bar Admission Requirements. Links are provided to specific charts in the Guide; each chart is followed by jurisdiction-specific supplemental remarks. Please consult both the chart and its remarks for complete information. (Information last updated Mar 25, 2021.)

Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees

  • ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required: No See Chart 3
  • Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility: No See Chart 4
  • Bar Exam Application Filing Deadlines: See Chart 9
  • Bar Exam Application Fees: See Chart 9

UBE Adoption

  • UBE Adoption: No

Admission on Transferred UBE Score

  • Admission on Transferred UBE Score: No

Puerto Rico Bar Exam Components

  • The Multistate Bar Examination (MBE): No
  • The Multistate Essay Examination (MEE): No
  • The Multistate Performance Test (MPT): No
  • Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam: Yes See Chart 7

MPRE Requirements

  • MPRE Required: No

Character and Fitness Investigations

This jurisdiction does not use NCBE's character and fitness services; please contact Puerto Rico for filing instructions.

Admission on Motion

  • Admission on Motion: No

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Bar Admission Agency
Board of Bar Examiners
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Supreme Court

P.O. Box 9022392

San Juan, PR 00902-2392

Phone: (787) 289-0170

Fax: (787) 289-0169

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