- Fee
- USD 270
- Centres
- 2 (Accra, Kumasi)
- Results
- About 2 days
- UK visa (B2)
- 59 each
Where to take PTE in Ghana and what it costs
| Test | Fee (Pearson price finder) |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic | USD 270 |
| PTE Academic UKVI | USD 270 |
| PTE Core | USD 270 |
| PTE Home A1 | USD 225 |
Pearson lists two test centres in Ghana, in Accra and Kumasi (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 | GHS 66.66 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | GHS 106.73 |
| Boost | 30 days | GHS 186.88 |
| Ascent | 60 days | GHS 307.11 |
| Elite | 90 days | GHS 400.62 |
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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 Ghana?
IELTS runs in five Ghanaian cities for GHS 3,720; PTE runs only in Accra and Kumasi for USD 270. If you live near either city and want fast, software-scored results, PTE works for UK and Australian visas; for Canada choose IELTS General Training or PTE Core.
Frequently asked questions
How much does PTE cost in Ghana?+
USD 270 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core, per Pearson's price finder on 30 September 2026.
Where can I take PTE in Ghana?+
Pearson lists two centres, in Accra and Kumasi.
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 Ghana?+
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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