Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Where to look
From Pearson's booking help:
| Check | Where | What it shows |
|---|---|---|
| Booking email | Inbox, then junk or spam folders | Confirmation of your test booking |
| myPTE dashboard | Sign in to myPTE | The booking, with its time and date |
| Payment receipt | myPTE: My activity, then View Receipts | Resends payment confirmation |
If the booking is not there
Pearson's payment policy says a declined payment cancels the test appointment, and so does a payment later cancelled or charged back by your bank. Pearson also rejects payments made in the wrong currency: you pay in the currency of the country where you will sit the test (booking help).
If you have two myPTE accounts, Pearson must merge them before you can book. See how to book PTE for the full booking steps.
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Check the details once you find it
The Test Taker Handbook tells you to check every detail in the confirmation email. Your name, date of birth, gender and citizenship must match your ID exactly. If they do not, submit the Customer Support form at least three working days before the test (booking help).
Pearson updates its policies from time to time. Check the linked page before you act. This guide is general information, not official PTE advice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the PTE booking confirmation take?+
Pearson says to allow two working days before checking spam and your myPTE dashboard.
How do I get my PTE payment receipt again?+
Sign in to myPTE and go to My activity, then View Receipts.
My payment failed. Is my PTE test still booked?+
No. Pearson's payment policy says a declined payment cancels the test appointment.
The details in my PTE confirmation are wrong. What now?+
Fix them in myPTE if possible, or use the Customer Support form at least three working days before the test.
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Related
- How to book PTE
- PTE payment methods
- PTE ID requirements
- Change details on your PTE account
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Guide updated on 30 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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