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It's recommend that IELTS test results are considered valid for two years after a test has been taken. This is based on research into second-language loss. Organisations that accept IELTS can choose to accept results for a longer period, so you should check with them directly.

IELts sample test questions

Ways to take IELTS

You will be offered a choice of different ways to sit your IELTS test at our test centers, and in some cases, remotely online. Security is a key priority to ensure that we maintain our trusted status with organizations around the world who accept IELTS results.

Who accepts IELTS

IELTS is trusted by thousands of employers, professional associations, governments, and educational institutions across the globe.Also by immigration authorities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.

What can IElTS do for you?

IELTS can help you to work, study or move abroad and make your dreams a reality.

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IELTS in its full form stands for the International English Language Testing System – an English Language proficiency test developed and run by the British Council in partnership with IDP Education and Cambridge Assessment English.

The IELTS system is highly regarded and widely recognised as the world’s most popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration. Whether you are looking to study, develop your career, or settle in an English-speaking country, IELTS can pave the way.

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IELTS was developed by some of the world’s leading language assessment experts to test the full range of skills needed to study or work successfully in an English speaking country. You’ll be assessed on:

Listening – to see how well you understand ideas, recognise opinions, and follow the development of an argument

Reading – to see how well you read for general sense, main ideas, and details, and whether you understand the author’s inferences and opinions

Writing – to see how well and how accurately you write a response, organise your ideas, and use wide-ranging vocabulary and grammar

Speaking – to see how well you can communicate opinions and information on everyday topics and common experiences, and express and justify your opinions

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IELTS One Skill Retake is a new feature designed to help you get your desired test score without retaking the full test.

If you want to improve your score on one test skill, you can retake any of the four IELTS skills – Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking.

Conditions to book IELTS One Skill Retake :

You can book the test through the Test Taker Portal if you’ve recently completed a full IELTS on computer test.

You must also have received your results from a test centre that offers IELTS One Skill Retake.

You can only retake one skill once per original test, and you must sit the One Skill Retake within 60 days of your original test.

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IELTS apps allow you to learn English flexibly – wherever you are and whenever you want to prepare.

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Our free IELTS apps allow you to learn English flexibly - wherever you are and whenever you want to prepare.

IELTS Prep App

The easy-to-use IELTS Prep App gives you instant access to free practice tests, grammar tips, exercises, quizzes and more. You'll also find sample questions for Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking, as well as vocabulary practice.

You can also track your progress to help you understand the IELTS assessment criteria and to build your confidence for the real test.

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LearnEnglish Podcasts

Improve your listening, reading and understanding of general and business English - any time, anywhere. The LearnEnglish Podcasts app has lots of special features that make learning English fun.

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LearnEnglish Videos

Watch videos and improve your listening, reading and understanding of general and business English - any time, anywhere. The LearnEnglish Videos app has lots of great features to make learning English fun!

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Find out the full list of LearnEnglish apps here.

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Discover our free IELTS preparation apps, made to help you practise each IELTS exam section; Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking no matter where you are.

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IELTS is accepted by over 11,500 organisations in more than 140 countries. These include:

universities, schools, colleges and training organisations

government departments and immigration authorities

professional and industry associations

multinational companies and employers.

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With the IELTS test, you can be sure you’re choosing the most highly-regarded and internationally-recognised English language test for higher education and global migration.

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With the IELTS test, you can be sure you're choosing the most highly-regarded and internationally-recognised English language test for higher education and global migration.

IELTS registration is simple. To book, simply choose your country/territory from the dropdown menu above and follow the steps when prompted. You'll need to know which type of test is right for you, so make sure you read up on Which test should I take? before making your choice.

What to expect from your IELTS test

Convenient dates and locations

With this test, you're not restricted to a small number of fixed IELTS exam dates. Depending on local demand, you can choose from as many as 48 different test dates throughout the year. There are also more than 800 official IELTS test centres around the world so you can find one convenient to you.

If you live in Brazil, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Mauritius, Mexico, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Qatar, South Africa, Spain, Turkey or Ukraine, you also have the option to take the test from home via IELTS Online.

Easy booking and friendly, professional staff

You can book your IELTS test using the dropdown menu above or in person. There are convenient payment options and if you need any extra help, our experienced staff members are on hand at every step.

Once you've booked you will receive:

Free access to our last minute preparation course
This Road to IELTS course includes 100 interactive activities, nine videos packed with helpful advice and tutorials, and two IELTS practice tests for each of the four skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. It's the ideal tool to help you deliver the best performance in your exam.

Free access to IELTS Ready: Premium
IELTS Ready: Premium includes 40 practice tests across the four skills: Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening.

Five free copies of your Test Report Form
These are the forms that we send to immigration offices, universities, prospective employers, etc. If you have taken your test via IELTS Online, you will receive your results electronically, which you can then email direct to organisations or print to send by post.
Your questions answered:
What happens if I need to change my IELTS exam date?
If you need to postpone or cancel your IELTS exam booking, we ask that you give us five weeks' notice. You'll then receive a refund (minus an administration charge).
If you have a medical certificate to confirm why you need to postpone or cancel, this notice period extends to five days before your scheduled IELTS exam date.

What if I miss my IELTS test due to circumstances beyond my control?
If you are delayed by circumstances beyond your control, the IELTS test centre may offer you a test on the next available test date.
For any other queries, please take a look at our FAQs.

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Book your IELTS exam with the British Council today and get access to our free prep materials and a wide range of other benefits. Discover more here.

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If you want to know more about IELTS access the official site:

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For more than 30 years IELTS has set the standard for English language testing. Trusted by governments, employers and educational institutions - we've helped millions of people to achieve their goals.

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Looking to work, study, or live overseas? Trusted by more than 3 million people every year, IELTS is an English language test that can help you to achieve your goals.

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You can cancel your IELTS test registration at any time before taking your test by notifying your test centre. Refund policy is dependent upon when you cancel and whether exceptional circumstances apply.

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IELTS is accepted by the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and by universities and colleges across Canada, so if you would like to move to Canada, IELTS is the right test for you.

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IELTS makes it easy for you to assess whether a test taker’s English language skills are sufficient for immigration and visa purposes. Results are given as an overall score on the IELTS scale, and scores for each test section (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking) are also detailed.

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IELTS One Skill Retake is available or currently launching in Algeria, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, Colombia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Zealand, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tunisia, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, and Uzbekistan, and will continue to be launched in other regions and countries around the world throughout 2023.

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The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.

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Check the time and date of your test.

Set an alarm and leave enough time to get to the test centre without rushing.

Bring the same identification document that you used when you booked your test. This is important. You won’t be able to take your test if you bring the wrong ID or forget to bring it.

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The Ultimate Guide to IELTS Speaking 2023

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If you have special requirements and need assistance, please let us know. We can help you so you can take your test and be assessed fairly.

If you have specific learning difficulties, hearing difficulties and/or visual difficulties, medical conditions, or are feeding an infant, get in touch with your test centre. Please let them know at least six weeks before your test so that they can make special arrangements.

Special arrangements include the following:

extra time for medical conditions or infant feeding

Braille papers

special Listening CD with necessary stops and pauses

lip-reading version of the Listening test

enlarged print or Speaking task cards in Braille.

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Preparation will give you the best chance of achieving the result you deserve. IELTS is here to help you get ready for your test.

Test format

Get used to the format and content of the IELTS test so that you know what to expect on the day.

Sample questions

Experience the types of tasks you will be asked to undertake in each section of your IELTS test.

Official materials

Work to improve your score with official IELTS books and DVDs and with other preparation support.

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If you do not get the IELTS score you wanted, you can apply to take the test again as soon as you feel ready.

Before you make a new booking, remember that your score is unlikely to improve without extra work to improve your English.

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IELTS offers a range of tests, giving you the flexibility to choose the right test for your needs.

In both the General Training and the Academic tests, the Speaking and Listening sections are the same. However, the Reading and Writing sections of these tests differ. They have been designed to assess language ability that is more relevant for each specific sector.

Life Skills is a UK government-approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) that assesses only your English speaking and listening skills.