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Taking IELTS in Thailand.

IELTS in Thailand is run by the British Council and IDP, at their own offices and at partner schools and colleges in Bangkok and twelve other provinces. The fee is the same at every venue on the official centre pages: THB 8,860 for Academic or General Training, THB 9,750 for IELTS for UKVI and THB 7,520 for IELTS Life Skills. Bangkok alone has 16 venues, from Silom and Asoke to Ladprao, Bangkapi and Thonburi.

Centres and fees checked on the official IELTS centre pages on 16 October 2026. Test centres in other countries. IELTS Studio is not a test centre and does not take bookings; every booking link goes to the British Council or IDP.

Test venues
39
across 13 cities
Most common fee
THB 8,860
at every venue listed
Results on computer
1 to 5 days
paper: 13 days
Run by
BC & IDP
British Council and IDP

IELTS fees in Thailand

Test Most venues Range across venues
Academic or General Training, on computer THB 8,860 Same at every venue
IELTS for UKVI THB 9,750 Same at every venue
IELTS Life Skills THB 7,520 Same at every venue

Fees as listed on each centre's official page; the official pages note that local tax may apply. Confirm the amount when you book. Fees in other countries are in IELTS fees by country.

IELTS test centres in Thailand

IELTS in Bangkok

16 centres

IELTS in Chiang Mai

5 centres

IELTS in Khon Kaen

3 centres

IELTS in Nonthaburi

3 centres

IELTS in Chiang Rai

2 centres

IELTS in Nakhon Ratchasima

2 centres

IELTS in Ubon Ratchathani

2 centres

IELTS in Chonburi

1 centre

IELTS in Chumphon

1 centre

IELTS in Hat Yai

1 centre

IELTS in Pathum Thani

1 centre

  • IDP

    IDP IELTS Thailand Rangsit - New Education World

    3rd floor Campus Park Future Park Rangsit, Phahon Yothin Road, Pathum Thani, Pathum Thani, 12130

    THB 8,860 · UKVI THB 9,750

    Academic & General Training · IELTS for UKVI

    Book with IDP Open in Google Maps Official page

IELTS in Phuket

1 centre

IELTS in Udon Thani

1 centre

How to book IELTS in Thailand

  1. 01 Check which test you need: Academic for universities, General Training for most work and migration routes, IELTS for UKVI or Life Skills for UK visas.
  2. 02 Choose a centre below and open its official booking link. British Council venues book through the British Council and IDP venues through IDP.
  3. 03 Pick a date and Speaking time, on computer or with Writing on Paper where offered.
  4. 04 Enter your details exactly as they appear on your ID card or passport and pay online.
  5. 05 Check the confirmation email for the venue, arrival time and what to bring. Test takers under 18 need a signed consent form.

On test day

Bring the original Thai national ID card or passport you registered with. The British Council also asks for a copy of it. Expired or invalid ID is refused, and without it you cannot sit the test.

Results

IELTS on computer: 1 to 5 days. On paper: 13 days. The British Council gives 1 to 2 days for IELTS on computer and IELTS for UKVI, and up to 9 days for Life Skills. IDP gives 1 to 5 days on computer and 13 days on paper. Results on computer are electronic; the British Council has not issued a paper Test Report Form by default since 1 January 2025. To see what your scores mean, use the band score calculator.

Retakes and One Skill Retake

IELTS One Skill Retake lets you resit one skill within 60 days of an eligible IELTS on computer test. It costs THB 5,150. Check that the university or visa route you are applying to accepts it before booking. How One Skill Retake works.

Cancelling or moving your test

Both providers refund 75% if you cancel 15 or more days before the test and nothing within 14 days. Moving your test is free 15 or more days ahead; from 5 to 14 days ahead IDP charges THB 800 and the British Council 25% of the fee, and neither allows a move within 4 days. A new date must be within 3 months.

Which test for your plans

UK study and visas

UK visa routes that need a Secure English Language Test require IELTS for UKVI or Life Skills, offered in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen and Pathum Thani; Life Skills is offered in Bangkok.

IELTS for UKVI and Life Skills

Australia and New Zealand

Australian skilled visas ask for 6.0, 7.0 or 8.0 in each skill; New Zealand skilled residence asks for 6.5 overall.

IELTS in Australia

Universities in Thailand and abroad

International programmes and universities abroad ask for IELTS Academic, usually with a minimum in each skill.

What band score you need

Academic or General Training

The two tests share Listening and Speaking but have different Reading and Writing papers, so book the one your plan needs.

Academic vs General Training

Preparing before your test

You can prepare online instead of at a coaching centre. IELTS Studio has full mock tests, Listening and Reading tests with explanations, and AI band feedback on Writing and Speaking, Academic or General Training. A free account needs no card. Start with a free IELTS mock test to see your band in each skill.

Common questions

How much is the IELTS exam fee in Thailand?

THB 8,860 for IELTS Academic or General Training at every British Council and IDP venue on the official ielts.org centre pages. IELTS for UKVI is THB 9,750, IELTS Life Skills THB 7,520 and One Skill Retake THB 5,150.

Where can I take IELTS in Bangkok?

There are 16 venues, including the British Council office and Westminster test centres in Silom, Ladprao, Sukhumvit, Siam and Pinklao, and IDP venues in Silom, Asoke, Siam, Rajdamri, Phayathai and Thonburi. Addresses and maps are on this page.

How long do IELTS results take in Thailand?

1 to 2 days for IELTS on computer at the British Council and 1 to 5 days at IDP. IDP's paper-based results take 13 days.

Can I get a refund if I cancel my IELTS test in Thailand?

Yes, 75% if you cancel 15 or more days before the test, at both the British Council and IDP. Within 14 days there is no refund, unless you have an exceptional circumstance with evidence.

What ID do I need for IELTS in Thailand?

The original Thai national ID card or passport you used to register. The British Council also asks you to bring a copy.

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