British Council announces fee increase for IELTS tests
By Muhammadu Sabiu
In a recent announcement, the British Council informed test takers about an upcoming fee increase for its IELTS (International English Language Testing System) examinations.
Effective September 1, 2023, the new pricing structure aims to maintain the high-quality standards of testing experiences.
Under the revised pricing, IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training tests will be priced at NGN 107,500, while the cost for UK visa and Immigration-related tests will be NGN 116,000. Additionally, the Life Skills test will see a price adjustment to NGN 104,000.
The British Council emphasised that the decision to raise prices is essential to upholding the exceptional quality that test takers have come to expect from their IELTS assessments.
Despite the increase, the council remains committed to providing accurate evaluations of English language proficiency to individuals pursuing academic, professional, or immigration-related goals.
In a concise statement, the British Council expressed gratitude to all those who have chosen their services for language assessment.
Test takers and individuals planning to take the IELTS tests after September 1, 2023, are advised to take note of the updated pricing structure to ensure accurate financial planning for their assessment endeavours.