What are the costs?

IELTS test ZMK 1,000,000
Study Pack (available for collection after payment is made) ZMK 175,000

How do I pay?

Within Zambia
All payments for tests need to be paid directly into the following Barclays branches:

Lusaka
Mutaba House Branch, Cairo Road
Longacres Branch, Haile Selassie Avenue
Arcadee Branch, Arcades Shopping Centre

Livingstone
Livingstone branch, Mosi O Tunya Road

Kitwe
City Square branch

Ndola
Buteko, Cnr. Buteko/Maina Soko

Completing the British Council Deposit Slip

In order to assist us in identifying your payment, it is important that you use the correct test code on the Deposit Slip. These test codes are only to be used for the deposit slips. 

IELTS test Test Code - Bank Deposit Slip Code
To be taken in April, May or June E201
To be taken in July, August or September E202
To be taken in October, November or December E203
To be taken in January, February or March.   E204
IELTS Specimen Pack E205

The test code should then be followed by your Surname, then First Name.

Example: Payment for IELTS in August for Ignatius Tembo

Exam Code    Surname               First Name                     

E

2

0

2

T

E

M

B

O

I

G

N

A

T

I

U

The deposit slip will not be accepted by Barclays without this information.

You need to submit your completed application, deposit slip and payment to Barclays. The British Council will collect your application form directly from Barclays.

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?

We can help you prepare for your test in two ways:

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. IELTS study pack, containing a CD-ROM, handbook, test information, and practice papers. Registration form is included in the information pack.

What will happen before the test?

We will confirm your test date by e-mail within ten days of receiving your application form, copy of your ID or passport and proof of payment.
Unfortunately we cannot reserve places before you have paid.

What should I take to the test?

Proof of your identity which is the same as the identity information you provided on your application form. It must contain a number, a signature, a date of birth and a photograph.
If you are taking the test in another country you also need to bring your passport.
The pens, pencils and erasers which you need for the test. Bring an accurate watch along with you too so that you can keep track of the time.

Please note: If you do not have the correct identity information you will not be able to take the test. Make sure you arrive on time so that you have enough time to settle before the start of the test.

When will I receive my results?

Results certificates are posted by registered mail 13 days after the main test date.

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 and please bring along your ID.

refund, cancellation and re-marking policies?

Refund, transfer of date and cancellation policy
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Enquiry on results policy
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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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