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Get ready for your IELTS for UKVI Life Skills test with our preparation resources.

Explore test topics and skills with live online preparation sessions from the British Council. Led by expert IELTS teachers, we offer test guidance and advice to help you prepare with confidence.

Get to know the IELTS test with IELTS preparation videos from the British Council. Led by expert IELTS teachers, our videos offer valuable insights and tips to put you at ease for test day.

In some countries we run trial IELTS test sessions at our official Test Centres, where test takers are invited to take part. Read on to find out more.

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These sample tests give you the opportunity to experience each section of the IELTS Academic exam; Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.

Prepare for your IELTS Academic Reading test with free practice tests from the British Council.

Get ready for your IELTS Academic Writing test with free practice tests from the British Council.

Prepare for your IELTS Academic Listening test with free practice tests from the British Council.

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Prepare for your IELTS Academic Speaking test with free practice tests from the British Council.

Prepare for your IELTS General Training Reading test with free practice tests from the British Council.

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Get ready for your IELTS General Training Writing test with free practice tests from the British Council.

Whichever IELTS for UKVI test you plan to take, explore sample questions from past papers to build your confidence for test day.

Build your test day confidence with IELTS preparation courses from the British Council. Offered both in our Teaching Centres and online, you can prepare your way, at a time to suit you.

Preparing well for IELTS is an important step towards achieving your score. A good plan includes familiarisation with the test format, lots of practice questions and time spent speaking English.

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