The PTE test centre in Costa Rica
Pearson's test centers and fees page says there is one test centre in Costa Rica, in San José, and its centre list names it as APPLICA. Check the address in myPTE when you book.
| City | Centre listed by Pearson | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| San José | APPLICA | USD 250 (PTE Academic) |
Booking tips
With one centre, slots can fill up; book early and use the free reschedule window (more than 14 days before the test) as your buffer. If you need PTE Academic UKVI for a UK visa, confirm in myPTE that APPLICA offers it before you plan.
To book, create a myPTE account, choose the test, pick a centre and a slot at least 24 hours ahead, and pay. Pearson's booking guide lists American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa, and you enter any voucher or promo code at the payment step (Pearson booking guide). Its payment policy adds Google Pay and Apple Pay, rules out PayPal, and says a declined payment cancels the booking.
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Fees and alternatives
Prices and refund rules are in PTE exam fee in Costa Rica. For IELTS options, see IELTS for candidates in Costa Rica. Take a free PTE mock test before you book.
Frequently asked questions
How many PTE test centres are there in Costa Rica?+
One, APPLICA in San José, according to Pearson on 14 October 2026.
Is there a PTE centre outside San José?+
No. The only PTE centre in Costa Rica is in San José.
Can I take IELTS in San José instead?+
No IELTS test centre was listed in Costa Rica on 14 October 2026; only IELTS Online.
What ID do I need for PTE in Costa Rica?+
Your booking must match your ID exactly; outside your country of citizenship Pearson accepts only a valid passport.
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