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Covid-19 restrictions for New Zealand
Last updated: 21 December 2021
New Zealand has implemented traffic light settings as part of the COVID-19 Protection Framework. All of New Zealand is at the Orange
traffic light setting.
IDP supports robust health measures to ensure our staff and test takers can attend a test centre with confidence. As such, IELTS testing has been determined as a Close Proximity Service. At the setting of Orange, test takers are required to wear a mask to enter the venue and throughout the test.
Test centres in New Zealand will continue to operate in a restricted manner, ensuring that all COVID-19 requirements are being met. Please contact your test centre for more details or read more about what to expect on test day here.
Check the official information from the New Zealand Government.
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IELTS promotes a COVID-19 safe environment. Find out what additional precautions we’ve put in place to help protect your health and safety on test day. At the moment, there is a high demand for IELTS tests, but some places are available. If you have any questions, please contact us now. We’re happy to help.
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The majority of IELTS test centres have started testing again. Please check your test centre’s calendar for any updates and upcoming test dates. If you are located in another country, please contact your test centre or visit information for our global test taker community for more updates.
We know the temporary suspension of IELTS testing in Auckland was inconvenient, especially if you need a test for work, study or migration. However, to protect the health and safety of everyone, the Government put certain restrictions in place. That also means restrictions on IELTS testing. If you need an IELTS test urgently, please check the booking calendar below.
At the moment, are testing again but with additional safety precautions, of course.
If your test has been suspended, we have prepared a few tools to help you use the time to improve your score.
There are also a few other things you can do to position yourself to get your best score.
If you are unable to attend your scheduled IELTS test due to the travel ban or specific government restrictions, please contact your test centre or contact us online to arrange a full refund or test date transfer.
If you are unable to attend your scheduled IELTS test due to sickness, please contact your test centre or contact us online to arrange a full refund or test date transfer.
You may be asked to complete a transfer/refund form and provide supporting documentation within two days after your test date. Your application will be reviewed by your test centre and you will be advised of the outcome.
IELTS is closely monitoring the evolving Covid-19 situation.
In response, we have made the following changes:
Safety measures on test day
Take a closer look at some of the safety measures we have introduced to help keep you safe on test day during COVID-19.
