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The English language test that more people trust.

  • Official IELTS
  • Computer-delivered
  • Results in 2 to 5 days
  • Our Bu Quwah centre

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Which IELTS test do you need?

Every test below is computer-delivered at our Bahrain venues. Not sure which one to take? Match your goal to the right test.

  • IELTS Academic

    For study at university or college, undergraduate and postgraduate.

  • IELTS Academic for UKVI

    A UK Visas & Immigration test on the academic route.

  • IELTS General Training

    For migration, work, secondary education and training programmes.

  • IELTS General Training for UKVI

    A UK Visas & Immigration test on the work and migration route.

  • IELTS Life Skills A1

    Speaking and listening for UK family, spouse and dependent partner visas.

  • IELTS Life Skills B1

    Speaking and listening for UK indefinite leave to remain and citizenship.

Which test do I take?

Studying abroad → Academic. Migration or work → General Training. A UK visa → the matching UKVI test. A UK family or settlement visa → Life Skills.

IELTS test fees

What it costs to sit IELTS at our official Bahrain venues.

IELTS Academic & General Training

156 BHD

per test

IELTS for UKVI

166 BHD

per test

What's included

  • All four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking
  • A computer-delivered test at an official Bahrain venue
  • Results in 2 to 5 days through your candidate account
  • One Test Report Form (TRF)
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Next available test dates

The soonest seats you can book right now, across our Bahrain venues. Full availability is on the booking system.

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Computer-delivered IELTS at all four Bahrain venues. Live availability and all upcoming dates are confirmed on the booking system.

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We run IELTS at our centre in Bahrain

Your test is held at IDP IELTS Bahrain in Bu Quwah, our official computer-delivered IELTS centre.

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    IDP IELTS Bahrain

    Bu Quwah

    Platform Plaza, Bu Quwah

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Understanding your band score

IELTS is scored from 0 to 9, with half-bands awarded. Each band describes how well you use English.

  1. Band 9: Expert
  2. Band 8: Very good
  3. Band 7: Good
  4. Band 6: Competent
  5. Band 5: Modest
  6. Band 4: Limited
  7. Band 3: Extremely limited
  8. Band 2: Intermittent
  9. Band 1: Non-user
  10. Band 0: Did not attempt

Prepare with confidence

Free, official resources to help you get ready. A few good starting points:

Check your English level

Eight quick questions for an indicative idea of your level and likely IELTS band.

  1. 1. She ___ to work every day.

  2. 2. I have lived in Bahrain ___ 2019.

  3. 3. Choose the word closest in meaning to "purchase".

  4. 4. If it rains tomorrow, we ___ the trip.

  5. 5. Choose the word that means "convincing": a ___ argument.

  6. 6. Despite the setback, the team remained ___ about the result.

  7. 7. Neither the manager nor the staff ___ aware of the change.

  8. 8. Had I known about the delay, I ___ earlier.

Special requirements & accessibility

We want every candidate to sit IELTS in fair conditions. If you have a disability, medical condition or specific learning need, we can arrange modified materials and reasonable adjustments, for example extra time, a separate room, or amplified or enlarged formats.

Please tell us as early as possible, well before your preferred test date, so arrangements and any supporting documents can be confirmed in time.

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to what candidates ask us most.

How much does IELTS cost in Bahrain?
IELTS costs 156 BHD for standard IELTS (Academic and General Training) and 166 BHD for IELTS for UKVI.
How fast do I get my results?
Because the test is computer-delivered, results are typically available in 2 to 5 days through your candidate account.
What do I need to bring on test day?
Bring the valid, original identity document (passport or Civil ID) that you used when booking, it must not be expired.
Where are your test venues?
We run IELTS at our IDP centre in Bu Quwah, Bahrain. See the Venues section for the map.
What's the difference between Academic and General Training?
Academic is for university and college study. General Training is for migration, work, secondary education and training. Listening and Speaking are the same in both; Reading and Writing differ.
Can I retake just one section?
With computer-delivered IELTS you may be able to take a One Skill Retake, re-sitting a single section instead of the whole test. See the policies section for details.
Can I reschedule or get a refund?
Yes, within the notice periods. You can transfer your date or venue, or cancel for a refund minus an administration charge. See the policies section.
Is the test on computer or paper?
All IELTS tests at our Bahrain venues are computer-delivered.
How do I check my results?
You can preview your results online with the official results checker, and your Test Report Form follows. Use the “Check my results” button in the results section.
Do you support candidates with special requirements?
Yes. We arrange reasonable adjustments for disabilities, medical conditions and specific learning needs, see the Special requirements section and contact us early.

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