Can you take PTE in Vietnam?
Pearson prices PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI at USD 185 in Vietnam, but its centre finder listed zero Vietnamese centres when checked on 25 September 2026. Third-party sites still name centres in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, so search Pearson's booking page for live dates before you plan around PTE. If none appear, IELTS is the practical choice inside the country.
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.
Check your target, then practise
Official sources
Reviewed 25 September 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
- Pearson: test centres and fees (price finder, checked 25 Sep 2026)
- Pearson: new Home Affairs requirements for PTE Academic (7 Aug 2025)
- British Council Vietnam: IELTS dates, fees and locations
- gov.uk: Skilled Worker knowledge of English
- Home Affairs: Competent English
- IRCC: language testing for Express Entry
BandLadder pricing in VND for Vietnam
One-time access, no automatic renewal. Free practice needs no card. Prices are shown in your currency at checkout as well.
| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Pass | 7 days | VND 148,702 |
| Quick Pass | 15 days | VND 238,103 |
| Boost | 30 days | VND 416,903 |
| Ascent | 60 days | VND 685,104 |
| Elite | 90 days | VND 893,705 |
Frequently asked questions
How much is the PTE exam fee in Vietnam?
USD 185 for PTE Academic or PTE Academic UKVI, per Pearson's price finder on 25 September 2026.
Is there a PTE test centre in Vietnam?
Pearson's centre finder listed none on 25 September 2026, although third-party sites name centres in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Check Pearson's booking page for live dates.
Can I take PTE Core in Vietnam for Canada?
No. PTE Core is not offered in Vietnam. Use IELTS General Training or CELPIP for Express Entry.
What PTE score do I need for Australia from Vietnam?
For tests from 7 August 2025, Competent English is listening 47, reading 48, writing 51 and speaking 54.
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