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Minimum IELTS score to work in the UK and get PR in 2025

Here are the IELTS requirements you’ll need to work and live in the UK. Find out what scores are necessary for each of the various visas you can apply for!

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Letter writing tips to help you ace IELTS Writing Task 1

Sitting for the IELTS General Training? Ace your IELTS Writing Task 1 with these letter writing tips and Band 9-graded sample letter.

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IELTS Academic or General Training: which one's for you?

Navigate your IELTS journey with confidence and explore the differences between Academic and General Training tests. Learn how IDP can be of help.

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IELTS preparation tips from 4 of IDP’s IELTS success stories

Wondering which IELTS test preparation tips really work? Learn from 4 of IDP’s success stories to see what helped them achieve their dream band score!

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