IELTS Exam Fee in South Korea (2026): Full Price Table
By Aehtesham Mallick Reshad · Founder of IELTSbiz · Updated September 17, 2026
In short
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test in South Korea costs KRW 347,000 (about US$255) as of September 2026, booked through British Council & IDP. The test is computer-delivered, with results in 1–2 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 South Korea by test type
| Test type | Fee (KRW (₩)) |
|---|---|
| Academic / General Training | KRW 347,000 · about US$255 |
| IELTS for UKVI | KRW 389,000 |
| IELTS Life Skills | KRW 312,000 |
| One Skill Retake | KRW 218,610 |
Test providers
British Council & IDP
Delivery
Computer only
One Skill Retake
Available
Results
1–2 days (computer)
Widely available in Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Daejeon.
Always confirm the current fee
Fees are set locally by IDP and the British Council and can change; both providers now charge ₩347,000 for the standard IELTS. From 22 March 2026 both providers deliver all IELTS in Korea on computer only (paper discontinued). Always confirm the current price on the official booking page. 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 South Korea in 2026?
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test costs ₩347,000 with both IDP and the British Council, while IELTS for UKVI is ₩389,000. Fees are set locally and can change, so confirm the current figure on the provider's booking page before you register.
Is IELTS still available on paper in South Korea?
No. From 22 March 2026 both the British Council and IDP deliver all IELTS tests in Korea on computer only, with results typically in 1–2 days. One Skill Retake — re-sitting a single skill rather than the whole test — is offered on the computer-based test (₩218,610 with IDP).