- Fee
- USD 370
- Centres
- 2
- Results
- About 2 days
- UK visa (B2)
- 59 each
Where to take PTE in Bahrain and what it costs
Pearson's price finder lists two test centres in Bahrain, in Manama and Seef, and a fee of USD 370 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core; PTE Home A1 is USD 310 (checked 30 September 2026). Pearson says results typically arrive in two days.
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| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | BHD 2.430 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | BHD 3.890 |
| Boost | 30 days | BHD 6.800 |
| Ascent | 60 days | BHD 11.180 |
| Elite | 90 days | BHD 14.580 |
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Practice PTE Academic →The score each destination needs
| Route | PTE | IELTS equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom: Skilled Worker, degree-level study | PTE Academic UKVI 59 each | IELTS for UKVI 5.5 each (B2) |
| Australia: Competent English (skilled visa eligibility) | PTE 47 / 48 / 51 / 54 (L/R/W/S) | IELTS 6.0 each |
| Australia: Proficient English (+10 points) | PTE 58 / 59 / 69 / 76 | IELTS 7.0 each |
| Canada: Express Entry CLB 7 | PTE Core L60 · R60 · W69 · S68 | IELTS General 6.0 each |
Australia's thresholds are per skill for tests from 7 August 2025: Competent 47 listening, 48 reading, 51 writing, 54 speaking; Proficient 58 / 59 / 69 / 76 for 10 points; Superior 69 / 70 / 85 / 88 for 20. Canada does not accept PTE Academic for Express Entry: PTE Core CLB 7 is listening 60, reading 60, writing 69, speaking 68. UK visas need 59 in each skill for B2.
PTE or IELTS from Bahrain?
Speed is no longer the difference: the British Council in Bahrain quotes one to two days for IELTS on computer. Choose by format and by which test you score higher on in a timed mock. Both are accepted for UK and Australian visas; Canada needs PTE Core or IELTS General Training.
Frequently asked questions
How much does PTE cost in Bahrain?+
USD 370 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core, per Pearson's price finder on 30 September 2026.
Where can I take PTE in Bahrain?+
Pearson lists two test centres, in Manama and Seef.
How long do PTE results take?+
Pearson says results typically arrive in two days.
Does Canada accept PTE from Bahrain?+
For Express Entry, only PTE Core. CLB 7 is listening 60, reading 60, writing 69 and speaking 68.
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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