What are the costs?   

Booking for the IELTS test only     R 2,600.00   
Ordering the study pack only    R 400.00   

We need a minimum of ten candidates per IELTS session in Namibia. Due to the fact that the examiner will travel from Johannesburg we will need to charge the IELTS fee of R2,600.00 (R1,900.00 for the IELTS fee plus R700.00 to cover any costs associated with this travel). Please also note that if we do not have ten candidates per session, then we will have to refund candidates as we would not be able to conduct the IELTS test for fewer candidates.

How do I pay?   

Please make sure that you use the correct payment reference as described below.

OPTION 1   

Electronic Funds Transfer    

Step 1: Transfer the relevant fee to the following account:    

Bank: Nedbank   
Account Name: British Council   
Account Number: 1454116919   
Branch Name: Braamfontein   
Branch Code: 145405   

Payment Reference: Please click on the references below to view a sample of the completed deposit slip    

Payment Reference 2001 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in April, May & June only)   
Payment Reference 2002 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in July, August & September only)   
Payment Reference 2003 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in October, November & December only)   
Payment Reference 2004 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in January, February & March only)   

Step 2: E-mail your proof of payment to SSA.Enquiries@britishcouncil.org or fax it to +27 (0)11 560 9301

Step 3: Please keep a copy as proof of payment.

OPTION 2   

Direct Deposit    

Step 1: Deposit the relevant fee at any Nedbank branch in South Africa to the following account:    

Bank: Nedbank   
Account Name: British Council   
Account Number: 1454116919   
Branch Name: Braamfontein   
Branch Code: 145405   

Payment Reference: Please click on the references below to view a sample of the completed deposit slip    

Payment Reference 2001 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in April, May & June only)   
Payment Reference 2002 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in July, August & September only)   
Payment Reference 2003 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in October, November & December only)   
Payment Reference 2004 Surname & First Name (candidates writing in January, February & March only)   

Step 2: E-mail your proof of payment to SSA.Enquiries@britishcouncil.org or fax it to +27 (0)11 560 9301

Step 3: Please keep a copy as proof of payment.

OPTION 3   

Credit Card payments    

Step 1: Complete the Credit Card form

Step 2: E-mail the credit card form to SSA.Enquiries@britishcouncil.org or fax it to +27 (0)11 560 9301

When and where can I take my test?   

Please click on the 'Take IELTS' banner above to find upcoming test dates and locations.   

How do I prepare for my test?   

1. Please click on the 'prepare for your test' link to the left to find information about ‘Road to IELTS’ - an exclusive online offer to British Council candidates.   
2. Prepare for your test by purchasing an IELTS study pack containing: a CD-ROM, handbook, test information, and practice papers. Download and complete the order form.   

What will happen before the test?   

At least two weeks before the actual test, you will receive your confirmation letter which will give you full details of both the written and oral test. Please note that the oral test should be scheduled to occur within a seven day period before or after the test. You will also receive an SMS notification to confirm receipt of your confirmation letter and should you not receive either of these, please contact us.   
Unfortunately we cannot reserve places before you have paid. For those candidates who have paid the fee, but not made a booking, we are unable to carry over or retain fees on your behalf. Such candidates will have to apply for a refund and book at a time convenient to them. Please note that fees cannot be carried over from year to year.   

What should I take to the test?   

Proof of your identity (ID book or passport). This must be valid and must be the same document used when you applied for the IELTS test. No other form of identification will be accepted.   
Two passport sized photographs. Note that your results cannot be printed without a photo.   
Your confirmation letter containing the details of your candidate number.   
Pen and pencil.   

Please note: If you do not have the correct identification document or you do not bring the two photographs, you will not be able to take the test. Make sure you arrive on time so that you have enough time to get comfortable.

When will I receive my results?   

Results certificates are posted via registered mail 13 days after the main test date. We will give you your tracking number at the test, so that you can trace your parcel at any time by calling the Post Office tracking service on 0860 111 502.

Unfortunately results cannot be given over the phone, by fax or e-mail, and we are only allowed to give ONE certificate to each student. Candidates can however request to pick up their results in person instead of receiving them by post. This request can be made on the date of the test and we will ask you to add your name to our collection list. When the results are available we will call you; to collect your results you simply need to bring your ID book.

In addition to the certificate given to the candidate, candidates can request on their application forms (Section 24), that up to 5 copies of the results be sent to receiving institutions. Receiving institutions are local academic institutions (e.g. universities) and overseas institutions not registered to view candidate results online. Apply for the results service by downloading and completing the test report form. Registered institutions only receive results online; here is a list of registered institutions. Unfortunately we cannot send to local institutions or departments (e.g. immigration agents).

In addition to the actual Test Report Form that will be posted to you, you can now view your results online. Click here to see your results.

refund, cancellation and re-marking policies?   

Refund, transfer of date and cancellation policy   
Download   

Enquiry on results policy   
Download   

Do you need more information?   

If you require further information about IELTS, please visit the TakeIELTS website. You can also e-mail our exams team.   

Disclaimer   

The British Council and the examining boards take all reasonable steps to provide continuity of service. We feel sure you will understand, however, that we cannot be held responsible for any interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control. If examinations or their results are disrupted, cancelled or delayed, every effort will be made to resume normal service as soon as possible. The British Council’s liability will be limited to the refund of the registration fee or retesting at a later date. All fees are valid for the current registration period only and are subject to change. Please check the relevant web pages for the latest fees before registering for the next session of exams.   

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