- Fee (British Council)
- RWF 364,000
- IELTS for UKVI
- RWF 400,000
- Test centre
- Kigali
- Results
- 1–5 days
IELTS fees in Rwanda
| Test | Fee at British Council Rwanda |
|---|---|
| IELTS on computer (Academic or General Training) | RWF 364,000 |
| IELTS for UKVI on computer | RWF 400,000 |
| IELTS for UKVI Life Skills A1 | RWF 269,000 |
| One Skill Retake | Not stated |
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| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | RWF 7,613 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | RWF 12,190 |
| Boost | 30 days | RWF 21,344 |
| Professional | 60 days | RWF 35,075 |
| Professional | 90 days | RWF 45,755 |
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Practice IELTS Academic →Test centre and results
The British Council runs IELTS on computer at its official test centre in Kigali. Its results page gives one to five days for computer results, and its computer page says typically one to two. A One Skill Retake is available within 60 days of an IELTS on computer test.
The band each destination needs
| Route | IELTS | PTE equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom: Skilled Worker, degree-level study | IELTS for UKVI 5.5 each (B2) | PTE Academic UKVI 59 each |
| Australia: Competent English (skilled visa eligibility) | IELTS 6.0 each | PTE 47 / 48 / 51 / 54 (L/R/W/S) |
| Australia: Proficient English (+10 points) | IELTS 7.0 each | PTE 58 / 59 / 69 / 76 |
| Canada: Express Entry CLB 7 | IELTS General 6.0 each | PTE Core L60 · R60 · W69 · S68 |
Australia's Proficient English (IELTS 7.0 each) adds 10 points and Superior (8.0 each) adds 20, achieved within three years of the visa application. Canada accepts only IELTS General Training for Express Entry, and the result must be under two years old. UK universities usually ask 6.0 to 6.5 for undergraduate and 6.5 to 7.0 for postgraduate study.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the IELTS fee in Rwanda in 2026?+
RWF 364,000 for IELTS on computer at the British Council, RWF 400,000 for IELTS for UKVI and RWF 269,000 for Life Skills A1.
Where can I take IELTS in Rwanda?+
At the British Council's official test centre in Kigali.
How long do IELTS results take in Rwanda?+
One to five days on computer, typically one to two, per the British Council.
Is PTE available in Rwanda?+
Yes. Pearson lists one centre, in Kigali, at USD 255 for PTE Academic.
Official sources
Reviewed 30 September 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
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