July 2023 Bar Exam Application Modifications - Click here
Applications for the July 2023 Virginia Bar Exam:
The filing deadline for the July 2023 Virginia Bar Exam is Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
The Board has modified some of the July 2023 Virginia Bar Exam application requirements as set forth in the chart below. The applicant’s goal should be to submit as complete an application package as possible. Most of the documents required to be submitted by the filing deadline can be obtained through online requests. If, after exhausting all attempts, you are still unable to obtain a required item, you may contact the Board for further instructions.
Please Note: Not all items listed are required by every applicant
| Required by the July 2023 Bar Exam Filing Deadline: May 10, 2023 | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Application for Examination | Electronic Notarization accepted or Applicant Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate Applicant Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Character & Fitness Questionnaire/Update Form | Electronic Notarization accepted or Applicant Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate Applicant Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Petition for Non-Standard Testing | Electronic Notarization accepted or Applicant Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate Applicant Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Fees (Only Money Order, Cashier's Check, or Certified Check) | |
| • Exam Identification Photos | In lieu of passport photos, a personal photo, resembling passport-type photos (above shoulders, plain background) may be accepted. Your photo must be clear, 2x2 inches and attached on the Photo ID page. If your personal photo is not acceptable, you will be required to submit professional passport photos. |
| • Confirmation of NCBE Number | Can be requested online |
| • Copy of your Driver's License, Passport, Govt ID, etc., to be used for admission into the exam | |
| • Credit Report | Can be requested online |
| • DMV Records | Uncertified record accepted - Can be requested online Please note: Those requesting Virginia DMV records should select “View Record Only.” You will be able to view and print all pages of your driving record. |
| • Birth Certificate/Naturalization/Immigration Documentation | Copy of document accepted - Can be requested online |
| • Documentation verifying current legal name if other than birth name (i.e., marriage certificate, divorce decree, name change order, etc.) | Copy of document(s) accepted |
| May be submitted AFTER the filing deadline but MUST be received prior to taking the February 2023 Virginia Bar Exam | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Fingerprint Card | May be received after filing deadline, but prior to taking the exam. |
| • Completed C&F Healthcare Form | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Educational Verification of Law School Degree(s)* | Electronically generated forms accepted *Must be on Law School letterhead |
| • Certificates of Good Standing | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Option 3 - Verification of Bar Passage Form | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Verification of Military Service Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Records for Felony Charges | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Orders (creditors, tax liens and judgments) | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Bankruptcy Petition | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Defaulted Student Loan Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
Admission Without Examination Application Modifications - Click here
The Board has modified some of the Admission Without Examination application requirements as set forth in the chart below.
Please Note: Not all items listed are required by every applicant
| Required for VBBE to begin processing your application | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Application for Admission Without Examination (AWE) | Electronic Notarization accepted or AWE Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate AWE Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Character & Fitness Questionnaire | Electronic Notarization accepted or AWE Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate AWE Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Fees (Only Money Order, Cashier's Check, or Certified Check) | |
| • Completion of Rule 1A:1 Reciprocity Course | Certificate of Attendance with original signature |
| • Résumé of past practice of law | |
| • Self-Employment Tax Returns, K1 or W2 | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Certificates of Good Standing | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Certificates of Discipline | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Authority permitting practice of law without a law license in the jurisdiction where office is located | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Transcript from ABA approved law school or copy of verification of your non-ABA approved law school JD degree (translated in English) and a copy of your LL.M. Transcript | Unofficial accepted for processing. Official transcript may be required prior to approval. |
| • Verification of Bar Exam Passage (only required if you did not receive your JD from an ABA approved law school) | Original Bar Exam Passage Form |
| • Affidavit of Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct | Electronic Notarization accepted or AWE Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate AWE Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Authorized Person Form | Electronic Notarization accepted or AWE Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate AWE Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Confirmation of NCBE Number | Can be requested online |
| • Credit Report | Can be requested online |
| • DMV Records | Uncertified record accepted - Can be requested online Please note: Those requesting Virginia DMV records should select “View Record Only.” You will be able to view and print all pages of your driving record. |
| • Birth Certificate/Naturalization/Immigration Documentation | Copy of document accepted - Can be requested online |
| • Documentation verifying current legal name if other than birth name (i.e., marriage certificate, divorce decree, name change order, etc.) | Copy of document(s) accepted |
| Required before approval | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Completed C&F Healthcare Form | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Verification of Military Service Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Records for Felony Charges | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Orders (creditors, tax liens and judgments) | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Bankruptcy Petition | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Defaulted Student Loan Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
Virginia Corporate Counsel, Part I Application Modifications - Click here
The Board has modified some of the Virginia Corporate Counsel, Part I application requirements as set forth in the chart below.
Please Note: Not all items listed are required by every applicant
| Required for VBBE to begin processing your application | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Application for Virginia Corporate Counsel (VCC), Part I | Electronic Notarization accepted or VCC Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate VCC Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Character & Fitness Questionnaire | Electronic Notarization accepted or VCC Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate VCC Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Fees (Only Money Order, Cashier's Check, or Certified Check) | |
| • Certificates of Good Standing | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Certificates of Discipline | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Transcript from ABA approved law school | Unofficial accepted for processing. Official transcript may be required prior to approval. |
| • Affidavit of Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct | Electronic Notarization accepted or VCC Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate VCC Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Affidavit of Employer | Original signed and notarized Employer Affidavit required before processing and provisional approval. Electronically signed and notarized Affidavits are acceptable. |
| • Confirmation of NCBE Number | Can be requested online |
| • Credit Report | Can be requested online |
| • DMV Records | Uncertified record accepted - Can be requested online Please note: Those requesting Virginia DMV records should select “View Record Only.” You will be able to view and print all pages of your driving record. |
| • Birth Certificate/Naturalization/Immigration Documentation | Copy of document accepted - Can be requested online |
| • Documentation verifying current legal name if other than birth name (i.e., marriage certificate, divorce decree, name change order, etc.) | Copy of document(s) accepted |
| Required before approval | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Completed C&F Healthcare Form | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Verification of Military Service Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Records for Felony Charges | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Orders (creditors, tax liens and judgments) | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Bankruptcy Petition | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Defaulted Student Loan Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
Virginia Legal Aid Counsel Application Modifications - Click here
The Board has modified some of the Virginia Legal Aid Counsel application requirements as set forth in the chart below.
Please Note: Not all items listed are required by every applicant
| Required for VBBE to begin processing your application | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Application for Virginia Legal Aid Counsel (VLAC) | Electronic Notarization accepted or VLAC Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate VLAC Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Character & Fitness Questionnaire | Electronic Notarization accepted or VLAC Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate VLAC Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Fees (Only Money Order, Cashier's Check, or Certified Check) | |
| • Certificates of Good Standing | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Certificates of Discipline | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Transcript from ABA approved law school | Unofficial accepted for processing. Official transcript may be required prior to approval. |
| • Affidavit of Virginia Rules of Professional Conduct | Electronic Notarization accepted or VLAC Declaration, Authorization & Release* *A separate VLAC Declaration is required for every place a signature and notary are required. |
| • Affidavit of Employer | Original signed and notarized Employer Affidavit required before processing and provisional approval. Electronically signed and notarized Affidavits are acceptable. |
| • Confirmation of NCBE Number | Can be requested online |
| • Credit Report | Can be requested online |
| • DMV Records | Uncertified record accepted - Can be requested online Please note: Those requesting Virginia DMV records should select “View Record Only.” You will be able to view and print all pages of your driving record. |
| • Birth Certificate/Naturalization/Immigration Documentation | Copy of document accepted - Can be requested online |
| • Documentation verifying current legal name if other than birth name (i.e., marriage certificate, divorce decree, name change order, etc.) | Copy of document(s) accepted |
| Required before approval | Modification from Rules |
|---|---|
| • Completed C&F Healthcare Form | Electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Verification of Military Service Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Records for Felony Charges | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Court Orders (creditors, tax liens and judgments) | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Bankruptcy Petition | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |
| • Defaulted Student Loan Documentation | Copies or electronically generated forms accepted |