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Bar Examination
This report is suitable for applicants who are planning to take the Bar Examination.
General Required Documentation
*You must submit an application and obtain a reference# before sending ERES any documents. We are not responsible for any documents that arrive without a reference#.
Original Degree Certificate / Diploma
Original Transcript or Marksheet in Native Language
Scanned copy of Thesis/Dissertation (for PhD programs only)
Official English Translation of the Degree Certificate / Diploma and Transcripts or Marksheet if the language of instruction was not English
Requirement Details
ERES requires a precise, accurate, word by word translation for each document submitted in a language other than English.
List of acceptable translations:
Translation from an ATA member
School-issued official Translation
Translation from a professional translator or translation agency
Basic Service
Additional Service
Translation
*Translated info will be put into evaluations only; NOT separately translate
List of language ERES can Translate:
●Afghani
●Arabic
●Azerbaijani
●Belarusian
●Bosnian
●Bulgarian
●Chinese
●Croatian
●Czech
●Farsi
●French
●Italian
●Latvian
●Lithuanian
●Macedonian
●Moldovan
●Mongolian
●Montenegrin
●Polish
●Portuguese
●Romanian
●Russian
●Serbian
●Slovak
●Slovenian
●Spanish
●Turkish
●Ukrainian
●Uzbek
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Course List translation
Courses | Price |
0-60 | $110 |
61-70 | $145 |
71-80 | $165 |
81-110 | $220 |
111-150 | $275 |
150 and above | $330 |
Diploma / Certificate or Proof Letter Translation
Quantity | Price |
0-3 | $45 |
Each additional | additional $10 |
GPA
Overall Grade Point Average
Available upon request with Course by Course Evaluation for an additional $50.
Rush Service
*General Turnaround time without rush service is 5-7 weeks.
R15 (15-Day Rush Service)
Ready for pick-up or mailing in 15 or 16 business days after receipt of complete application, documents and payment.
Fee: additional $85
R10 (10-Day Rush Service)
Ready for pick-up or mailing in 10 or 11 business days after receipt of complete application, documents and payment.
Fee: additional $120
R5 (5-Day Rush Service)
Ready for pick-up or mailing in 5 or 6 business days after receipt of complete application, documents and payment.
Fee: additional $180
R1 (1-Day Rush Service)
Ready for pick-up or mailing in 1 business day after receipt of complete application, documents and payment. (Call for availability)
Fee: additional $290
R0 (Same Day Rush Service)
Ready for pick-up or mailing in same business day (before 3:00pm) after receipt of complete application, documents and payment. (Call for availability)
Fee: additional $350
Extra Copies
The initial evaluation only includes one official evaluation copy in a sealed envelope. Each additional official sealed copy is $25 with the initial evaluation.
Mailing
All ERES mailing services require signature and include tracking number.
Mails | Price |
M1 (Domestic USPS Priority) | $25 per address |
M2 (Domestic USPS Express) | $40 per address |
I (International USPS, UPS or FedEx) | Fee Varies |
Digital Delivery | $20 per address |
FAQs
How can a foreigner take the bar exam in California?
Yes, if you qualify and meet all the requirements set by the State Board in California. In that case, you may take the exam by applying to the State Board, have your academic credential evaluated and provide all the necessary needs to sit for the Exam.
After getting admitted to the State Bar, you can apply online through the State Bar’s admissions portal. After you are admitted to the bar, you can officially start practicing law in California.
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How can I practice law in the USA with a foreign degree?
You can practice if you pass the State Bar exam and meet all the additional requirements. An accredited and approved evaluation agency must also evaluate your foreign degree.State Bar rules require applicants to
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Which states accept foreign law degrees in the USA?
All foreign-educated applicants are accepted to apply for the state Bar Exam, given that they meet the required standards set for the state laws and present an education evaluation, among other conditions.
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How can I practice law in the USA with a foreign degree?
Law students who completed their legal education outside the United States without receiving a qualifying first degree in law must establish their eligibility to take the California Bar Examination by showing they have:
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