You can take your test at our official test centre, Swiss Exams, on paper or on a computer. Or you can take the test at home with IELTS Online. All you need is a valid identification document and a credit card if you want to pay online.
| Tests we offer | Fee | Available test dates |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic - in centre (computer) |
CHF 420 (Swiss Exams: Basel, Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, St. Gallen, Winterthur) |
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| IELTS General Training - in centre (computer) |
CHF 420 (Swiss Exams: Basel,Bern, Geneva, Lausanne, St. Gallen, Winterthur) |
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| IELTS Online |
CHF 420 |
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| IELTS Academic for UKVI - in centre (computer) | CHF 442 | Find a test date |
| IELTS General Training for UKVI - in centre (computer) | CHF 442 | Find a test date |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1 and B1) - in centre | CHF 187 | Find a test date |
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. Make sure you have your passport or national ID card (we accept ID cards for Swiss or EU citizens only) 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 must be registered in the system by a parent or guardian. The parent/guardian must use their own e-mail address to create the account for the child’s registration.
- A bank card. You can pay for your test through our online registration system (by Mastercard/Visa or Paypal). Once you have made the payment, please keep the payment receipt in case there are any issues with the transaction.
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.