- Fee
- USD 250
- Centres
- 1 (Addis Ababa)
- Results
- About 2 days
- UK visa (B2)
- 59 each
Where to take PTE in Ethiopia and what it costs
Pearson lists one test centre in Ethiopia, in Addis Ababa, and a fee of USD 250 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core (checked 30 September 2026). Results usually arrive in two days, occasionally up to five business days.
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| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | ETB 833.28 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | ETB 1,334.25 |
| Boost | 30 days | ETB 2,336.19 |
| Ascent | 60 days | ETB 3,839.10 |
| Elite | 90 days | ETB 5,008.03 |
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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 Ethiopia?
Both tests are in Addis Ababa. PTE is scored by software and returns results in about two days; IELTS has a face-to-face speaking test and returns computer results in one to five days. For Canada you need IELTS General Training or PTE Core.
Frequently asked questions
How much does PTE cost in Ethiopia?+
USD 250 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core, per Pearson's price finder on 30 September 2026.
Where can I take PTE in Ethiopia?+
Pearson lists one centre, in Addis Ababa.
How long do PTE results take?+
Usually about two days, per Pearson; in some cases up to five business days.
Does Canada accept PTE from Ethiopia?+
For Express Entry, only PTE Core. CLB 7 is listening 60, reading 60, writing 69 and speaking 68. PTE Academic is not accepted for Express Entry.
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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