IELTS Exam Fee in Turkey (2026): Full Price Table
In short
The standard IELTS Academic or General Training test in Turkey costs TL 10,500 (about US$225) as of July 2026, at both British Council & IDP. Fees are set locally and change over time, so confirm the current amount on the official booking page before you pay.
IELTS fees in Turkey by test type
| Test type | Fee (TRY (₺)) |
|---|---|
| Academic / General Training | TL 10,500 · about US$225 |
| IELTS for UKVI | TL 10,650–11,600 (computer only) |
| IELTS Life Skills | TL 8,370–9,200 |
Test providers
British Council & IDP
Delivery
Computer & paper
One Skill Retake
Available
Results
1–5 days (computer), ~13 days (paper)
Widely available in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bursa, Adana.
Always confirm the current fee
Fees are set locally by the British Council and IDP and, because the Turkish lira moves sharply with inflation, they are revised frequently. Both providers currently list the standard test at TL 10,500 (July 2026), but confirm the live price on the official booking page before you pay. IELTS fees are set locally by the British Council and IDP and can change, so the figures above (verified July 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 on a computer-delivered test, the One Skill Retake is usually far cheaper than a full resit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does IELTS cost in Turkey in 2026?
Both the British Council and IDP list the standard IELTS Academic or General Training test at TL 10,500 (about US$225). IELTS for UKVI runs roughly TL 10,650–11,600 and IELTS Life Skills TL 8,370–9,200. Because the lira is affected by high inflation, check the official booking page for the current fee before you pay.
Can non-residents take IELTS in Turkey?
Yes, but if you are not officially resident in Türkiye you can only sit IELTS on computer (or IELTS Online), not the paper test. Residents may choose computer or paper. IELTS for UKVI is now offered on computer only in Turkey.