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Where can I take IELTS in Botswana?

Every IELTS test in Botswana is in Gaborone, the British Council's only official test centre location, read on 14 October 2026. The ielts.org finder lists two Gaborone venues: the Institute of Development Management for computer-based IELTS and UKVI, and the Botswana National Productivity Centre for UKVI. IDP has no centre in Botswana, so Francistown candidates must travel.
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IELTS venues in Gaborone

The British Council's Botswana dates page names Gaborone as its only location, and its UKVI page says IELTS for UKVI is offered there. The ielts.org finder lists the venues below; your booking email has the exact location.

CityVenueTests listed on ielts.org
GaboroneInstitute of Development ManagementAcademic, General Training, IELTS for UKVI on computer
GaboroneBotswana National Productivity CentreIELTS for UKVI

Planning your test

Listening, Reading and Writing are taken the same day with no break, and you choose your Speaking slot at booking. Candidates from Francistown, Maun or Kasane should plan to arrive the day before. The nearest foreign IELTS cities are Johannesburg and Pretoria, Windhoek and Lusaka.

Fees, payment and refunds are in IELTS exam fee in Botswana. If one skill falls short, see IELTS One Skill Retake.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I take IELTS in Botswana?+

Only in Gaborone, with the British Council.

Is there an IELTS centre in Francistown?+

No. The British Council lists Gaborone as its only IELTS location in Botswana.

Can I take IELTS for UKVI in Botswana?+

Yes, in Gaborone, at BWP 5,050 on computer.

Does IDP run IELTS in Botswana?+

No. IELTS in Botswana is run only by the British Council.

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