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.
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Tests we offer |
Fee |
Available test dates |
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IELTS Academic and General Training – in centre (paper or computer) |
EUR 226 |
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IELTS for UKVI Academic - in centre (paper or computer) |
EUR 220 |
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IELTS for UKVI General Training - in centre (paper or computer) |
EUR 220 |
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IELTS for UKVI Life Skills (A1 and B1) - in centre |
EUR 180 |
The British Council cannot accept payments made from banks (or other financial institutions) sanctioned by the UK or any other relevant jurisdiction. Where the British Council discovers evidence of payment from a sanctioned bank and/or sanctioned financial institution we will freeze all funds related to that payment and will be unable to deliver the service for which the payment was intended. Please therefore ensure that you do not make payments from an account in a sanctioned bank and/or sanctioned financial institution.
What does the fee include? Our IELTS test fee includes exclusive preparation materials, free practice tests and much more.
What you need to book
- A valid identification document. When you register, you’ll need to upload a scan of your ID. It must be valid at the time of booking and on the test day. If you're under 18, your parents will also need to complete the Parent consent for candidates under 18 form. IELTS is not recommended for anyone under 16.
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A bank card or your bank details. You can pay for your test either through our online booking system (by MasterCard/Visa) or via bank. Find out more about how to pay. To pay via bank transfer please follow this instruction:
- Intesa San Paolo Bank
- Account name: BRITISH COUNCIL
- Account number: EUR – 30545235301
- IBAN code EUR: AL 59208111010000030545235301
* Please note that if you decide to pay via a bank transfer you'll be required to send the copy of the payment slip via email at examsalbania@britishcouncil.org, the moment you make the payment at the bank, or as soon as you can. You need to send the payment slip within 2 calendar days from the moment you've made the payment.
Important registration information for IELTS on paper
If you’re not officially a resident in Albania, you will not be able to sit an IELTS on paper test. However, you can still take the test on computer so please do choose that option.
Already booked an IELTS on Paper test and you do not hold Albanian nationality?
If you booked your test before 16 January 2025, you will not need to show proof of residence.
If you booked your test after 16 January 2025, you will need to show proof of residence by email at least three days before your test date.
Acceptable proof of residence includes:
1. A valid Student Visa (stating purpose, length of visa and expiry date) stamped in the passport.
2. A valid Work Permit (2 documents) including Visa (stating status and expiry) stamped in the passport and Work Permit card (showing expiry date).
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 IELTS Ready Premium
More information about the test
Download and read our Information for Candidates to learn everything you need to know about the format, the different exam components and test results.
IELTS terms and conditions
Read the terms and conditions for taking IELTS with the British Council.