Difference In Test Format
Between IELTS & IELTS UKVI
Test Formats
If you are a student, please check with your university / college / school which test you need before booking.
If you are applying for a Student Visa at a higher education institution to enter directly onto a bachelor or postgraduate degree at a university that is a Student Visa Sponsor, you must meet the English language level set by the institution. All British universities and colleges accept IELTS Academic results. This means you may not need to take an IELTS for UKVI Academic test but can submit an IELTS Academic result.
If you are NOT a student, please check which test format you need with the organisations you are applying to before booking the test.
Test
DESCRIPTION
FEE 2026
IELTS for UKVI (Academic)
Take this test if the university or organisation you are applying to has requested that you take the IELTS for UKVI Academic Test.
€305
IELTS for UKVI (General Training)
IELTS Life Skills A1
Take this test if you want to migrate to the UK or want to train or study below degree level.
€305
Take this test if you need to prove your English Speaking and Listening Skills as part of your application to UK Visas and Immigration for ‘family of a settled person’ visas.
€210
IELTS Life Skills B1
Take this test if you need to prove your English Speaking and Listening Skills as part of your application to UK Visas and Immigration for indefinite leave to remain or citizenship.
€210