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What is IELTS?

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is designed to help you achieve your ambition of working, studying or moving to a country where English is spoken.

Your globally trusted English language test
4,000,000
IELTS tests booked worldwide every year.

What makes IELTS different?

For more than 30 years IELTS has set the standard for English language testing. Trusted by governments, employers and educational institutions - we've helped millions of people to achieve their goals.

An IELTS test result is trusted by governments, organisations, and institutions across the world. Wherever you want to go, IELTS can help you get there. Find out who accepts IELTS results.

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Jointly owned by the British Council; IDP IELTS; and Cambridge University Press & Assessment - IELTS combines global presence with a commitment to academic research.

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organisations trust IELTS.
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The IELTS test assesses Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Whether you’re applying for university, for a visa, or to a professional association – we provide specialist tests to suit your needs.

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