Test dates, fees and locations

IELTS test fees

The IELTS test fee is USD 240. 

Examination dates and locations

You can take the IELTS test in Kabul. All registrations are handled by the British Council in Afghanistan. 

Places are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend that candidates register two months before their chosen test date but places may be available after this date. 

Venue details

The IELTS test takes place in Kabul. The exact location of the venue will be communicated to candidates one week before the exam date.

For all applications and information requests, please contact the British Council Afghanistan directly.

The table below shows the upcoming test dates. 

Please note!

Before you click on the 'Apply now' links below, please make sure you have your Visa or Master Card ready and it has enough balance to cover the test fee. If you don’t have a Visa or Master Card, please visit one of our IELTS registration agents directly to fill out the form and make the payment:

You should submit the following: 

• Registration fee USD 240 
• A signed and completed application form (available from the registration agent)
• Your English translated and attested Tazkira or your passport (plus one photocopy)

• If you are not an Afghan citizen, you must also provide a copy of your visa

You may register Sundays to Thursdays from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm. 

Due to the high demand for these tests, seats are usually filled before the deadline. Registration for test sessions which have reached full capacity before the deadline may not be open.

Please provide your active and correct email account while filling in the application form in order to receive a registration confirmation from us.