Your 2026 Practising Certificate
The online form for the 2026 Practising Certificate (PC) is now open. Submit your applications promptly to ensure timely processing ahead of the statutory deadline.
- Regulation
Deadline is 1 February
To guarantee your practising certificate is dated 2026, the Law Society must receive your application and full payment of fees due, by Sunday, 1 February, 2026. This is a statutory deadline and cannot be extended.
Check again
Apply through your solicitor dashboard on the Law Society’s online portal. Make sure all information and fees are provided to avoid delays.
Commonly used forms
- EFT payment area for firm administrators
- Update firm, branch or employer
- Surrender PC for Ex Gratia Refund form
- Backdate PC Guidance
Still need help?
Don’t worry – we’re here to help.
For application queries, email the Practice Regulation team at pc@lawsociety.ie or call 01 672 4800.
For website queries, just email webmaster@lawsociety.ie or use our web chat.
More information
For step-by-step guidance, visit the PC area of the website.
