Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 29 October 2026
IELTS test centres in Lusaka
In the British Council's booking system British Council Lusaka had IELTS on computer on 12, 19 and 26 November and 3, 10 and 17 December 2026. The only other Zambian city offered was Kitwe, at LECHWE EDUCATION TRUST on 21 November and 12 December.
| Provider and venue | Tests | Days with sessions, now to 31 December 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| British Council Lusaka (British Council) | IELTS on computer | 6 days (Thursdays) |
PTE test centres in Lusaka
Pearson's test centres and fees page listed 1 test centre in Zambia, in Lusaka, on 30 October 2026. PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core cost USD 295.
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IELTS and PTE fees in Lusaka
Read on 29 and 30 October 2026 in the British Council's booking system, and Pearson's fees page with Zambia selected. IELTS is priced in kwacha and PTE in US dollars, so compare at the day's exchange rate.
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| Test | Provider | Fee in Lusaka |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic or General Training on computer | British Council | ZMW 7,900 |
| PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core | Pearson | USD 295 |
| PTE Home A1, A2 or B1 | Pearson | USD 250 |
How to book, what ID to bring, and when results arrive
IELTS: book online with the British Council, choose Lusaka and pick a session; the venue address comes in your confirmation. Register with the identity document you will bring on test day, and bring that same document.
PTE: create a myPTE account with details that exactly match your ID, choose the test, then your city, a centre and a slot (Pearson's booking guide). Pearson's ID policy asks for a valid passport, and a passport is the only ID accepted if you test outside your country of citizenship; check its exceptions list before relying on a national ID card.
Results: both IELTS booking systems show results in 1 to 5 days for IELTS on computer, and Pearson sends PTE scores typically within 48 hours (PTE scoring). Before you pay, take a free IELTS mock test or a free PTE mock test to check you are ready.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I take IELTS in Lusaka?+
At British Council Lusaka, which listed IELTS on computer on six Thursdays from 12 November to 17 December 2026.
What is the IELTS fee in Zambia?+
ZMW 7,900 for IELTS on computer with the British Council.
Is there a PTE centre in Lusaka?+
Yes, Zambia's only one. PTE Academic costs USD 295.
Is IELTS available elsewhere in Zambia?+
Yes, in Kitwe at LECHWE EDUCATION TRUST, which listed sessions on 21 November and 12 December 2026.
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Guide updated on 29 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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