Meet requirements to study or work abroad by taking IELTS, the world’s most trusted English test.

Required by visa regulators, universities and organisations in English speaking countries, IELTS opens doors to opportunities abroad. Candidates who choose IELTS can expect a positive experience with the British Council.

Here are five reasons to consider choosing IELTS as part of your journey abroad:

  1. Flexible test dates and locations: Find plenty of options for dates and convenient venues to take your IELTS test. You can book an IELTS test with us up to 48 hours before test day.
  2. Scored practice tests with feedback: Get free access to our most popular IELTS preparation tool worth $170 when you book IELTS with the British Council.
  3. Feel at ease with friendly examiners: The British Council’s IELTS examiners are trained to be supportive, so your skills can shine.
  4. Fast results, typically in two days: meet application deadlines with results in 1-2 calendar days when you take IELTS on Computer.
  5. Retake one skill, not the whole test: improve your IELTS band score with One Skill Retake, which allows you to repeat one section of the test.

More people succeed with IELTS. Book your IELTS test today and make an impact abroad.

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