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IELTS is an English language test for study, migration or work. IELTS is accepted as proof of English language ability for study, work and migration in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. IELTS is jointly owned by the British Council; IDP IELTS; and Cambridge University Press & Assessment.
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Book your exam online and access our free preparation materials today. When you book an IELTS test with the British Council, you also get included in your test fee:
- Exclusive, free access to our popular online preparation course ‘Road to IELTS Last Minute course‘, which includes 100 interactive activities, 9 video tutorials and two IELTS Academic practice tests for each of the four skills
- Five extra Test Report Forms for free that we send free of charge to institutions you’re applying to (e.g. immigration offices, universities etc.)
Choose how to take your IELTS test and book online in South Africa
You can take your test at one of our official test centres on paper or on a computer. All you need is a valid identification document and a bank card if you want to pay online.
| Tests we offer | Fee | Available test dates |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic for UKVI – in centre (paper or computer) | ZAR 4900.00 | Find a test date |
| IELTS General Training for UKVI – in centre (paper or computer) | ZAR 4900.00 | Find a test date |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1) – in centre | ZAR 3100.00 | Find a test date |
| IELTS Academic – in centre (paper or computer) | ZAR 4800.00 | Find a test date |
| IELTS General Training – in centre (paper or computer) | ZAR 4800.00 | Find a test date |
What you need to book:
- Make sure you have a form of valid ID passport or national ID card at hand, as you will need to upload a clear photocopy of it when you book your test. Please note that candidates under 18 years of age have to supply written consent by a parent or guardian in order to apply for a test place.
- Download and read our Information for Candidates and Computer-delivered IELTS, which contain important information about the test format, the question types and the test results. Please note that IELTS is not recommended for test takers under the age of 16.
- Pay for your test. You can pay for your test through our online registration system. In the Reference section of your payment please write: [IELTS / family name / city / test date].
- If you are unable to access the online registration form and as a last resort, you can also download an application form to print, complete and submit to ssa.enquiries@britishcouncil.org
After you have booked your test
You will receive emails confirming:
- the start time of your test and the venue address
- your Speaking Test date
- your access to the free online preparation courses: Road to IELTS Last Minute Version and IELTS Ready: Premium.