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Where can I take IELTS in Malawi?

IELTS in Malawi is held in Blantyre and Lilongwe, the British Council's two official test centre locations, read on 14 October 2026. Both run IELTS Academic and General Training on computer. The British Council says IELTS for UKVI is offered in Lilongwe, and Life Skills is listed there too. IDP has no Malawian centre, and Mzuzu has no venue.
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IELTS centres in Malawi

The British Council's Malawi dates page names Blantyre and Lilongwe, and the ielts.org finder lists both centres with their tests. Its UKVI page says IELTS for UKVI is offered in Lilongwe; the ielts.org page for Blantyre also lists UKVI tests, so check the booking system for a Blantyre UKVI date before you plan around it.

CityCentreTests listed on ielts.org
LilongweBritish Council LilongweAcademic, General Training, UKVI, Life Skills A1 and B1
BlantyreBritish Council BlantyreAcademic, General Training, UKVI

Formats and timing

You can take IELTS on computer, or on computer with Writing on paper if you prefer to handwrite the essays (not for UKVI). Listening, Reading and Writing are taken the same day with no break, and you choose your Speaking slot when booking.

Fees, ID rules and refunds are in IELTS exam fee in Malawi. For the UK, see IELTS for UKVI vs IELTS Academic before choosing a city.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I take IELTS in Malawi?+

In Blantyre and Lilongwe, at the British Council's two official test centre locations.

Where can I take IELTS for UKVI in Malawi?+

The British Council says Lilongwe. ielts.org also lists UKVI at Blantyre, so confirm a date in the booking system.

Is there an IELTS centre in Mzuzu?+

No. Only Blantyre and Lilongwe were listed on 14 October 2026.

Does IDP run IELTS in Malawi?+

No. IELTS in Malawi is run by the British Council.

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