Question 1

How much is the IELTS test fee?

Accepted Answer

The cost of an IELTS test in the Pacific ranges from NZD425 - NZD525, depending on the location. In Fiji it costs FJD540.
The price for the test 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.

Question 2

How can I pay for the IELTS test?

Accepted Answer

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:

PayPal

Credit Card / Debit Card

AliPay

Payment must be made within 48 hours of registering online.

Question 3

What do I need to apply for the IELTS test?

Accepted Answer

A valid passport is mandatory. If you do not have a valid passport, please contact our friendly customer support team for more information.

Question 4

How do I book my IELTS test?

Accepted Answer

Booking your IELTS test is easy. Click here to find a test centre near you. Once you find 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.

Question 5

What do I need on test day?

Accepted Answer

A valid passport and you can bring a bottle of water, as long as the bottle is clear/transparent. The centre will supply stationery.

Question 6

Which organisations accept IELTS?

Accepted Answer

IELTS is accepted by more than 12,500 organisations worldwide in over 140 countries. These include universities, immigration departments, government agencies, professional bodies and multinational companies.
Visit our website for the full list of recognising organisations that accept IELTS scores.

Question 7

How do I know if the IELTS Academic or General Training test is right for me?

Accepted Answer

The test you choose should be based on what it is you want to do.
The IELTS Academic test is for those who want to study at a tertiary level in an English-speaking country.
The IELTS General Training test is for those who want to do work experience or training programmes, secondary school or migrate to an English-speaking country.
All candidates take the same Listening and Speaking tests but different Reading and Writing tests.

Learn more about which IELTS test is right for you

Question 8

What is the test format and how long will it take?

Accepted Answer

The IELTS has four sections – Listening (30 minutes), Reading (60 minutes), Writing (60 minutes) and Speaking (11–14 minutes). The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
The Listening, Reading and Writing tests are done in one sitting. The Speaking test may be on the same day or before or after the other tests.

Question 9

When will I receive my IELTS test results?

Accepted Answer

If you take the IELTS on paper test, you can preview your IELTS results online 13 calendar days after your test date.
Your Test Centre will notify you when they become available. You’ll need your passport number, personal details, and your test date to retrieve your results. Your results will be available online for 28 days.

Question 10

What help is available for IELTS test takers with special requirements?

Accepted Answer

We make every effort to cater for test takers' special requirements. It's our aim for all test takers to be assessed fairly and objectively. If you have any special requirements, contact your Test Centre. Centres may need 6 weeks to organise arrangements.

IELTS Academic

IELTS General training

IELTS for UKVI

IELTS One Skill Retake

IELTS Reading test: how to manage your time?

Grammar 101: Affect vs. Effect

Grammar 101: Understanding verb tenses

IELTS in the Pacific