- Results
- About 48 hours
- UK visa (B2)
- 59 each
- Australia Competent
- 47/48/51/54
- Canada
- PTE Core
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Where to take PTE in the UAE and what it costs
Pearson-authorised centres operate in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, and Dubai has been an approved PTE UKVI location since 2020. Pearson's Middle East partner network (Business Bay, Burjuman, Al Nahda, Deira, Oud Metha, JLT, Sharjah) covers preparation and booking support. Pearson's price finder lists six centres, in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Sharjah, and a fee of AED 1,520 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI and PTE Core (checked 6 October 2026).
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Free PTE Academic practice and examples
Start with one task below. These English-language exercises and model answers are public; full AI-scored mocks and the study reader use a free account. PDF downloads need a plan.
- Summarize Group Discussion (SGD, Academic)
Listen to the discussion, record a summary and compare with a model.
- Respond to a Situation (RTS)
Practise the Academic task; check the page for Core timing differences.
- Read Aloud
Record and replay your reading to review clarity and pace.
- Write from Dictation
Listen to a sentence and check the words you typed.
BandLadder pricing in AED for United Arab Emirates
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| Plan | Access | Price |
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| Sprint Pass | 7 days | AED 23.99 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | AED 38.99 |
| Boost | 30 days | AED 69.00 |
| Ascent | 60 days | AED 109.00 |
| Elite | 90 days | AED 149.00 |
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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 in the UAE?
Both are accepted for the UK, Australia and New Zealand with identical outcomes. IELTS has 55 centres and a human examiner; PTE is scored by software and returns results in about two days. Book whichever you score higher on in a scored mock.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a PTE exam centre in Dubai?+
Yes. Dubai has Pearson-authorised PTE Academic centres and is an approved PTE UKVI location. Abu Dhabi and Sharjah also have centres. Book through Pearson's site.
How much is the PTE exam fee in the UAE?+
AED 1,520 for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Core, per Pearson's price finder on 6 October 2026. IELTS on computer at IDP UAE is AED 1,590 (6 October 2026).
What PTE score do I need for a UK visa from the UAE?+
B2 for Skilled Worker and degree-level Student visas: PTE Academic UKVI 59 in each skill.
Does Canada accept PTE from the UAE?+
For Express Entry, only PTE Core. CLB 7 is listening 60, reading 60, writing 69 and speaking 68.
Official sources
Guide updated 6 October 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
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