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Special Consideration owing to exceptional circumstances

On rare occasions, there may be instances where you are unable to attend your test or are disadvantaged on the test day owing to illness, injury, or another exceptional event outside your control.

IELTS for UKVI practice tests

Prepare for your IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration (Academic) on computer test with free sample questions.

Test day advice

How to manage your time effectively, stay calm under pressure, and get tips on each section of the test.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Find out answers to the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about IELTS.

Job Opportunities in the UK Public Sector After Taking IELTS

29 February 2024 - 11:21
Explore rewarding career opportunities in the UK public sector after taking the IELTS test.

Take IELTS in Ireland: Your Pathway to English Proficiency

With 10 test locations, booking your IELTS test in Ireland has never been easier.

Macao, SAR of China

Book your exam online and get free access to our preparation material today. You can choose to take your IELTS test on paper or computer in Macao at one of our official test centres.

Take IELTS in the US

IELTS is accepted by over 3,400 US institutions and programmes as proof of English language skills, including Ivy League institutions.IELTS testing is offered in over 20 locations throughout the US through independent testing providers managed by the IELTS USA office in Newark.Available tests, fees

New IELTS campaign aims to get the world talking

This week, IELTS – the world’s most trusted English test - has launched a new campaign reminding us of the importance of human conversations. The campaign, which runs across social media in nine countries, is inspired by stories of three IELTS test takers as they achieve their life, study, care

Mastering Context Clues: Boost Your IELTS Reading Skills

04 September 2025 - 12:21
Looking for reading strategies for IELTS? When you see unfamiliar words in the test, learning to recognise context clues can help.
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