Work and immigration with IELTS
For education, work and immigration to the UK, Australia, USA and Canada it is imperative to provide the certificate IELTS. IELTS test results are for employees of migration agencies undeniable proof of English language proficiency level of the candidate.
Organizations require IELTS certificate for immigration:
Citizenship and Immigration Services of the United States (USCIS)
The Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)
Ministry of Internal Affairs of the United Kingdom (The United Kingdom Border Agency, Home Office)
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship of Australia (DIAC)
IELTS prepares you for life abroad.
Education, work and immigration to the UK with IELTS
Do you want to study in the UK? IELTS can help you get there.
Take IELTS to prove you have the right language skills to study in the UK.
Over 600 UK universities and higher education institutions accept IELTS for proof of proficiency in the English Language. The IELTS test gives an accurate reflection of your ability to understand, read, write and speak English.
If you are applying for a visa to move to or stay in the UK, IELTS is on the list of approved secure English Language Tests. You can find more information in our section IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration.
Education, work and immigration to the USA with IELTS
Take IELTS to prove you have the right English language skills to study in the USA. Over 3,000 higher education institutions and programmes in the USA accept IELTS scores as proof of English language proficiency.
Major institutions all over the USA recognise that IELTS gives an accurate reflection of your ability to understand, read, write and speak English. IELTS is
trusted by the USA’s top 25 universities
accepted by all Ivy League colleges
used by programmes at the top 50 US universities with the most international students.
Good IELTS scores help you to get into the university of your choice. Find out the IELTS score you need.
What USA universities say about IELTS
"I think IELTS is the best test because Kansas State University uses it!" - Kansas State University, Miranda Asebedo
"Before deciding to accept the IELTS as an alternative to TOEFL, I sat for the exam myself and can attest to the genuine rigor it represents." - Columbia University, New York James F Minter
"We have been accepting IELTS since 2002 and feel it is a valid test of English language proficiency. We are particularly pleased with the speaking component." - University of Minnesota, Dean Tsantir
"IELTS worldwide availability make it an attractive option. We are pleased with the response from our international applicants." - UCLA Director Graduate Admissions, Daniel J. Bennett
Education, work and immigration to Australia with IELTS
Take IELTS to prove you have the right English language skills to study, work or migrate to Australia. Almost 900 higher education institutions and programmes in Australia accept IELTS scores as proof of English language proficiency.
IELTS is an integral part of the immigration process under the Australia Migration Visa.
This test is required for the principal applicant as well as spouse and adult dependents above 18 years of age. You will need to check the IELTS scores as well as the correct version (Academic or General Training) needed in Australia before you register for IELTS.
You can find out more about immigration and student visa application procedures by visiting theAustralian Governmen Department of Immigration and Citizenship website.
Education, work and immigration to Canada with IELTS
More than 300 educational and employment institutions in Canada accept IELTS as proof of English Language Proficiency.
Canada has ranked as one of the top ten places in the world to live in according to a United Nations survey. Canada’s major cities are known for their high standard of living, cultural activities and safety, which makes them attractive places to work and live.
IELTS was the first test to be recognised by Canada’s immigration authorities, so if you would like to move to Canada, IELTS is the right test for you. You can find more information about immigration procedures on the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website.
Take IELTS to prove you have the right English language skills to study in Canada. IELTS is the preferred English Language Test and is recognised by over 290 educational institutions in Canada.