Information and advice about your IELTS test day
If you are taking IELTS remotely at home or elsewhere, you can find out more about the setup and requirements in our IELTS Online section.
The information below only applies if you take your IELTS tests at a test centre.
You might have questions about your IELTS test day. How long is the IELTS test? Is the IELTS Speaking test on the same day as the Listening test? What if...?
So that things go as smoothly as possible for you, we’ve put together some information to help you understand what will happen on the day of your test.
You will need to arrive in good time for your IELTS test. Your confirmation email will provide you with timings and procedures on the test day. If you arrive late, you may not be allowed to take the test. You will receive an email at least three days before the test so you will know your IELTS test time.
If you have asked for special arrangements as a result of a disability or other condition, adjustments will be made for you on the test day. Please contact our staff at the test venue six weeks in advance.
Your IELTS Speaking test may be offered on the same day as the other sections of the test, or up to a week before or after. You will receive notification in advance if your IELTS Speaking test is on a different day to your main test day.
Make sure you are prepared and have something to eat and drink beforehand. When it comes to what materials for IELTS are allowed in the room, note you will not be allowed to take food into the test room and you will only be allowed to take water in a transparent bottle.