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The University of Otago Language Centre and Foundation Year is located in a purpose-built, architecturally designed building in Dunedin. We have state-of-the-art facilities and warm and welcoming staff to help provide you with an exceptional test day experience. Our complex includes the Plaza Café right next door, perfect to accommodate your waiting chaperones and top you up with a coffee and some food.
We are located within walking distance to the Otago Farmers Markets, which operates on Saturday mornings. We also have the beautiful Otago Harbour, Railway Station and main University grounds all within walking distance. There is a public bus stop located immediately outside the building running to and from the City Centre. There is also plenty of free parking surrounding the building.
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful city.
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Frequently asked questions
Important information about your IELTS test
The cost of an IELTS test in New Zealand is NZD$410.00. The price for the exam is the same whether you take IELTS General Training or IELTS Academic. There is no separate registration fee or payment processing fee. There is also no late payment fee. However, in some locations, the test fee can be slightly higher.
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Booking your IELTS test is easy. Locate your closest New Zealand IELTS Test Centre here. Once you find an IELTS Test Centre and a test date that suits you, follow the steps to book your test.
You must have a clear and legible scanned copy of your current valid passport to upload when applying. The copy you upload must be of the page(s) with your photo, name, date of birth, passport number, and expiry date.
If you have any difficulty booking your test, please contact our team at the IELTS Australasia Contact Centre who can assist with completing your booking.
There are a few ways to pay for your IELTS test. Every test centre will have different payment options available. Generally, you will be able to use the following payment methods available:
Payment must be made within 48 hours of registering online.
No. The test fee must be paid in full at the time of booking.
You can create an account as a new user and book a test here.
You don’t need to submit passport photographs when booking an IELTS test online. You are required to attach a scanned copy of your current valid passport only.