Former Qualifying Lawyers Transfer Scheme candidates

SQE route

The deadline to apply for admission under the QLTS route was 31 March 2024. You can no longer use SQE2 as an equivalent to the QLTS OSCE.

If you did not complete your qualification under QLTS, you will now need to qualify through the SQE route. This means:

  • You must create a new SQE candidate account
  • You’ll need to complete ID verification and all pre-booking steps again
  • Your SQE assessment attempts will be reset to zero.

Once registered, you can book assessments and begin your SQE journey. See When you can take the SQE for more information.

Exemptions

If you're a qualified lawyer, you may be eligible for exemptions from parts of the SQE. Visit the Exemptions page for more details and to learn how to apply.

Further help

For general questions about the SQE or assessments, please visit the SQE help section.

If you were a QLTS candidate and you want to find out more about your options and for any queries relating to admission to the roll of solicitors, please contact the SRA via contactcentre@sra.org.uk or 0370 606 2555.

Learn more: SRA guidance on SQE exemptions

Ready to register for the SQE?

Create your personal SQE account and book your assessments.

Register for SQE 

Have you passed the SQE?

Find out what happens after passing the SQE and admission to the roll of solicitors.

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Ready to register for the SQE?

Create your personal SQE account and book your assessments.

Register for SQE 

Have you passed the SQE?

Find out what happens after passing the SQE and admission to the roll of solicitors.

Learn more about Have you passed the SQE?