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Why choose IELTS?

IELTS opens up opportunities all around the world.

IELTS tests are trusted by thousands of people and organisations around the globe, and it is the only
English test accepted by all immigration authorities that require you to prove your English skills.

Immigration Acceptance

IELTS is accepted by all immigration authorities who require proof of English skills.

Universities' Acceptance

Over 12000 institutions around the world accept IELTS.

This includes thousands of universities, colleges or academic institutions who trust IELTS to evaluate English language skills. World-class universities such as the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Harvard and Princeton all trust IELTS.

The right test for you

IELTS Academic test is what you need to study overseas and is accepted by thousands of top academic institutions.

If you want to move abroad for work and require a visa, choose the IELTS General Training test.

Computer-based testing

You can choose to do your test at an IELTS test centre on a computer.

Paper-based testing

Find your nearest IELTS test centre and do your test on paper if you prefer to write your answers by hand.

Online testing

If prefer to take the test at home, it is possible to do the IELTS Academic test online. (If you are taking the IELTS General Training test, or require an IELTS score for a visa, you must attend one of the test centres.)

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