Register
Before you register, please read this important IELTS Information.
We recommend you register for an IELTS exam as early as possible to make sure you get your preferred date.
Registering for the test is easy and can be done completely online. We offer multiple test dates every week for your convenience. Use our calendar to choose the test date that suits you best.
Online Registration is easy. Just follow these steps:
Step 1 : Use our calendar to find your preferred date. Then complete the online application form. You can also upload a copy of your ID document at this stage. British Council only accept valid passports or EU National Identity Cards.
Step 2 : Make your payment for the test fee of €220. This can be done online. Alternatively you can come to our city centre office in person and pay by cash or credit/debit card. Our office is 31 Dame Street, Dublin 2. A map is here. Please note that we cannot take payments over the phone.
Step 3 : If you did not upload it when you registered online, email a scanned copy of your valid passport or EU National Identity card to [email protected] . Remember, you must bring this ID document on the day of the test.
Step 4 : Once we have received the payment and documents, we will send you a confirmation email. Please note that it can take up to two working days to process your application. Approximately one week before the test date, we will send a second email with all test times and information you need.
Test Dates
Note: Please check your email inbox and junk mail inbox regularly. You may also wish to list our email address [email protected] as ‘not junk mail’ or ‘safe’ in your email provider’s settings.
IELTS for UKVI and IELTS Life Skills Exams
For those who need to take IELTS for a UK visa, CES Dublin is the venue for these exams in Ireland. For information on these tests and how to register, please click here.
IELTS is not recommended for under 16’s. If the applicant is under 18, a guardian’s contact details must be provided on the application form so that they can provide consent for the minor to take the test. Failure to do so may result in an application being rejected