What is the fee for IELTS test?

IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training for IELTS on paper and computer: 8,210 THB IELTS UKVI (Paper / Computer): 9,100 THB • IELTS Life Skills : 6,970 THB

If I take IELTS on paper, can I write notes in the question booklets?

Yes, you are encouraged to write notes on the question booklets. IELTS examiners do not have access to your question booklets.

What order will I complete the IELTS test in?

For both paper-based and computer-delivered IELTS, you will do the tests in the following order on the same day: Listening, Reading and Writing, with the Speaking test before or after this test session.Depending on the test centre, the Speaking test can be done on the same day, or a day after your sitting test depending on the number of candidates for each venue.

What is the difference between IELTS on paper and IELTS on computer?

If you choose to take IELTS on computer, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing test parts using a computer. If you choose to take the IELTS on paper, you will complete the Listening, Reading and Writing test parts on paper. The Speaking test for both paper and computer are face to face with an examiner. This is the best way to measure your speaking skills as it takes a more realistic approach: a life-like conversation with an examiner.

Is the IELTS on computer easier than the IELTS on paper test?

The test format, question types, time allocated to each test part and content is the same for both the IELTS on computer and the IELTS on paper test. And because the content for both the IELTS on paper and IELTS on computer test is the same, the level of difficulty is also same. The only difference might be your level of confidence in sitting your IELTS test on a computer. If you are tech savvy, you might prefer to take IELTS on a computer.

Will I get my results faster if I take IELTS on computer?

If you take IELTS on computer, you will receive your results typically within 1 to 5 days after sitting your test. However, if you take IELTS on paper, you will receive your results 13 days after sitting your test.

IELTS on paper Thailand

We are pleased to announce that from March 22nd, 2026, all IELTS tests will be delivered on computer, providing a faster, more efficient and streamlined testing experience.

IDP IELTS offer IELTS test at 21 test centres, 12 cities around Thailand:

Bangkok, Phathum Thani, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Phuket, Ranong, Khon Kean, Nakhon Ratchasima, Udon Thani and Ubon Ratchathani

IELTS on computer offers the same test format, questions and scoring as IELTS on paper. IELTS on computer also provides significant benefits to test takers:

Faster results: Typically receive your results in 1-2 days
Faster booking: Book your test as late as one day before registration closes
More test dates: More choice and flexibility for you
One Skill Retake: Retake just one skill, not the whole test, if you need to improve your score.

Learn about IELTS on Computer Here

Changes to IELTS Testing Policy for Non-Resident Test Takers in Thailand.

From March 1st, 2024, test takers who are non-residents in Thailand will not be permitted to sit an IELTS on Paper test. Non-resident IELTS Test Takers may take IELTS on Computer.

We will require all test takers who do not hold Thai nationality and who book an IELTS on Paper test to provide us with acceptable proof of residence by email at least three days before the scheduled test date.

If such test takers do not or are unable to provide acceptable proof of residence, then we will cancel the booking and refund the test fee. Alternatively, such test takers may choose to take an IELTS on Computer test without any residency requirements.

IELTS on Paper

With IELTS, you can choose how you want to take your test - on paper or on computer. If you're more comfortable writing instead of typing, IELTS on paper is the test for you.

You can take IELTS Academic test and General Training test on paper. The contents, test part times, question types, scoring and results of the paper-based test are the exact same as the computer-delivered test, but your test day experience is a little different. Test day staff will hand you booklets and answer sheets before each test and will then collect these booklets and answer sheets, before moving on to the next test part.

What to expect on the test day?

If you take IELTS on paper, you will complete the Writing, Reading and Listening parts on paper. You can use a pen to complete your Writing test and write your Listening and Reading answers on the answer sheet.

For IELTS on paper the Writing, Reading, and Listening tests are all completed on the same day with no breaks between each test in the morning. The Speaking test is completed in a face-to-face interview with an IELTS examiner in the afternoon of the same day.