On the Day of Your Test
IELTS
You’re bound to feel a little bit nervous on test day. To help things go as smoothly as possible for you, we’ve put together some information to help you understand what will happen on the day of your test.
WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE?
The written test starts at 13:00 hours. However they recommend you arrive by 12:00 hours to give you enough time to get settled. Your speaking test may be taken up to 7 days either before or after the written test date.
Unfortunately, if you arrive after the start of the test you will not be allowed to take the test on that day.
WHAT IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You need to bring along the national identity card (RG) or passport listed as identification on your application form. Driving licenses (CNH) and student IDs are not accepted as identification.
Unfortunately, candidates without valid ID will not be allowed to sit the test.
WHY DO they TAKE MY PHOTOGRAPH?
Security at IELTS tests is important to them. As an added measure, their exams services staff take a passport-style photograph of candidates on the test day. The photograph appears on your results (also known as your Test Report Form). This procedure is mandatory.
WHAT AM I PERMITTED TO TAKE INTO THE TEST ROOM?
In the test room you are allowed to have:
- Your identification document
- A pencil and a pen (a pencil will be needed for Listening and Reading)
- An eraser
- A bottle of water
You will not be able to take anything else into the test room.
WHAT DO I DO WITH MY OTHER BELONGINGS, SUCH AS MY BAG AND COAT?
There will be a cloakroom where you will need to leave all your belongings. The cloakroom will be locked during the test. The British Council is not responsible for loss or damage to your personal belongings at the test venue. Therefore, we strongly recommend leaving valuables, such as mobile phones and computers, at home.