IELTS Exam Fees by Country (2026)
There is no single global IELTS price — the fee is set locally by the British Council and IDP and changes over time. Below is the current standard fee for major markets, with a page for each country covering every test type and how to confirm your exact cost.
| Country | Standard fee | Approx. USD |
|---|---|---|
| India | ₹19,000 | ~US$225 |
| Bangladesh | ৳24,950–28,500 | ~US$210 |
| Pakistan | ₨71,320–71,920 | ~US$255 |
| Nigeria | ₦299,000 | ~US$195 |
| UAE | AED 1,470 | ~US$400 |
| Australia | A$490 | ~US$320 |
| Nepal | NPR 33,000–36,000 | ~US$250 |
| Vietnam | ₫4,750,000 | ~US$190 |
| Canada | C$335–361 | ~US$255 |
| UK | £155–220 | ~US$200–280 |
| Sri Lanka | LKR 65,000–77,000 | ~US$240 |
| Indonesia | Rp 3,150,000–3,490,000 | ~US$210 |
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 1,636 | ~US$435 |
Standard = IELTS Academic or General Training. Figures verified July 2026; fees change (some markets adjust with exchange rates), so confirm on the official booking page before you pay. USD figures are approximate.
Full fee breakdown by country
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