IELTS Exam Fee in Canada (2026): C$335–379 by Province
By Aehtesham Mallick Reshad · Founder of IELTSbiz · Updated September 24, 2026
In short
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test in Canada costs C$335–379 (about US$240–270) as of September 2026, booked through British Council & IDP. The test is computer-delivered, with results in 3–5 days. Fees are set locally and change over time, so confirm the current amount on the official booking page before you pay.
IELTS fees in Canada by test type
| Test type | Fee (CAD (C$)) |
|---|---|
| Academic / General Training | C$335–379 · about US$240–270 |
| One Skill Retake | about C$253 + tax (IDP) |
Test providers
British Council & IDP
Delivery
Computer only (Writing on Paper at some centres)
One Skill Retake
Available
Results
3–5 days (computer)
Widely available in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Ottawa.
Always confirm the current fee
The fee varies by centre and province. IDP Canada states C$335–361 before tax (about C$361 + tax at most of its centres, One Skill Retake about C$253 + tax); British Council partner centres on ielts.org list C$359 (ILSC Toronto and Vancouver) to C$367.25 (University of Toronto), and IDP's Vancouver test room lists C$379. A few regional venues charge more. There is no separate registration, processing or late fee. For Express Entry you take IELTS General Training. IELTS fees are set locally by the British Council and IDP and can change, so the figures above (verified September 2026) are a guide — the only reliable amount is the one shown on the official booking page for your test type on the day you book.
The cheapest test is the one you sit once
Whatever the fee, it buys one attempt — so the smartest money is spent walking in already at your target band. Work out the exact section scores you need, then close the gap before test day rather than paying to sit again. And if you fall half a band short in a single skill, the One Skill Retake is usually far cheaper than a full resit. For what else you may pay on top of the fee, see the IELTS exam fee and extra costs guide, or compare fees in every country.
Frequently asked questions
How much does IELTS cost in Canada in 2026?
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test costs about C$335–379 in 2026 depending on the centre: IDP quotes C$335–361 before tax, British Council partner centres list C$359–367.25, and IDP's Vancouver test room lists C$379. There is no separate registration or late fee. Confirm the exact amount for your centre on the IDP or British Council Canada booking page.
Which IELTS do I need for Canada Express Entry?
For Express Entry you take IELTS General Training, not Academic. See our guide to the IELTS score for Canada PR for the CLB levels you need. The test fee is the same for Academic and General Training.
What are the fees for the IELTS exam in Canada for PR?
The same as any other IELTS General Training booking — about C$335–379 depending on the centre, with no separate PR or immigration surcharge. IRCC accepts IELTS General Training for Express Entry, so do not book Academic or IELTS for UKVI for a Canadian PR application. At the 23 September 2026 rate that is roughly US$240–270.
How much is the IELTS One Skill Retake in Canada?
IDP Canada lists the One Skill Retake at about C$253 plus tax. You can retake one skill — Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking — within 60 days of a full computer-delivered test at a centre that offers it, instead of paying about C$335–379 to sit all four again.