Character Report Application Fee Increased on October 1, 2026
Note: Character Report Application fees increased on October 1, 2026. Review the updated application fee schedule (PDF file).
This information is for reference only. Your assigned fee and payment options are specified after submission of your online application.
| Fee Category | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| II | $435 | Your first law degree (JD or LLB) is anticipated to be awarded within one year or less and you have not been authorized to practice law. |
| III | $625 | Your first law degree (JD or LLB) was obtained in the United States and awarded more than one year ago or you have been authorized to practice law only in the United States. |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| V | $275 | A complete Category I, II, or III report was prepared by NCBE for a different jurisdiction. |
| VI | $135 | A complete Category I, II, or III report was prepared by NCBE for the same jurisdiction. |
| 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 a 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.