- Fee
- KRW 306,000
- Centres
- 4
- Results
- About 2 days
- UK visa (B2)
- 59 each
Where to take PTE in South Korea and what it costs
| Test | Fee (Pearson price finder) |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic | KRW 306,000 |
| PTE Academic UKVI | KRW 306,000 |
| PTE Core | KRW 306,000 |
| PTE Home A1 | KRW 260,000 |
Pearson's price finder lists four test centres in South Korea, including Seoul, Busan and Daegu (checked 30 September 2026). Pearson says results typically arrive in two days.
BandLadder pricing in KRW for South Korea
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| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | KRW 9,355 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | KRW 14,980 |
| Boost | 30 days | KRW 26,229 |
| Ascent | 60 days | KRW 43,103 |
| Elite | 90 days | KRW 56,226 |
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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 South Korea?
PTE is cheaper here (KRW 306,000 against KRW 347,000 for IELTS) and scored by software. IELTS has more venues, including Daejeon and Incheon Songdo, and a face-to-face speaking test. Both are accepted for UK and Australian visas; Canada's Express Entry takes PTE Core, not PTE Academic.
Frequently asked questions
How much does PTE cost in South Korea?+
KRW 306,000 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core, per Pearson's price finder on 30 September 2026.
Where can I take PTE in South Korea?+
Pearson lists four test centres, including Seoul, Busan and Daegu.
How long do PTE results take?+
Pearson says results typically arrive in two days.
What PTE score do I need for Australia?+
Competent English is 47 listening, 48 reading, 51 writing and 54 speaking; Proficient (10 points) is 58 / 59 / 69 / 76. Student visa scores are set by your provider.
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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