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For over 35 years, IELTS has been helping millions of people worldwide thrive.
More than just a test, IELTS is about feeling confident in your studies and career, and truly belonging in the communities you call home. From ordering a coffee to building meaningful connections, IELTS opens doors to real-world success - no matter where your journey takes you.
Why choose IELTS?
Recognised for success around the world
Trusted by more than 12,500 organizations in over 150 countries, IELTS opens doors to opportunities across the globe.
The only major test with One Skill Retake
IELTS offers One Skill Retake giving you an opportunity to perfect your performance without redoing the entire test.
Here to help, every step of the way
With tailored support designed to make your journey smoother, IELTS helps you prepare and perform at your best.
IELTS shapes futures and helps people thrive in life
Choices make it easy
Flexibility is at the core of IELTS. With a range of options, from test formats, locations, and preparation tools, IELTS ensures you can focus on achieving your goals easily and stress-free. So you can get on with more of life’s great adventures.
Prepare for your best
Our resources and guidance equip you to feel ready, confident, and capable of tackling whatever comes next. Leverage our free online diagnostic tool, try the IELTS familiarisation test or download the app. With IELTS, you can prepare with confidence.
IELTS One Skill Retake
We understand everyone has a unique journey. IELTS One Skill Retake allows you to focus on reaching your full potential, giving you another opportunity to improve your performance without redoing the entire test.
Success Starts Here
Join the millions who have transformed their dreams into reality with IELTS. It’s not just about arriving; it’s about thriving in your studies, career, and at life itself. Choose IELTS. Success starts here!
Why IELTS is the trusted choice
35 years of English testing experience. More than 4 million tests taken worldwide.
Worldwide Recognition
12,500 organisations worldwide in more than 150 countries accept IELTS.
IELTS is used around the world for a variety of purposes, including for work, study, and migration.
IELTS is the only test recognised by select professional industries for registration.
Your IELTS, your choice
There are two IELTS tests to choose from, depending on your needs – IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training.
Choose which format you’re more comfortable with – IELTS on paper or IELTS on computer.
If you are planning to take an English test for the UK, you can take IELTS UKVI or IELTS Life Skills A1 or B1.
IELTS One Skill Retake
IELTS is the only major English test to offer One Skill Retake.
Retake one skill of the IELTS test without having to take a full test to improve your score.
Face-to-face Speaking test
Speak with a human examiner in the IELTS Speaking test, in a private and quiet room, so you can focus more.
Your examiner can slow down, repeat and clarify questions, and won’t ‘time out’ on you.