How many months old can my IELTS score be for German university applications, and should I retake it if older than 6 months?
31 Jul 2026 · Answered by Vishnu priyanga · 1 min read
Your IELTS score can be up to 24 months (2 years) old for German university applications. You do not need to retake it if it is older than 6 months, as long as it is still within this 2-year validity period at the time of your application and enrollment.
If your score is older than 2 years, you will need to retake the IELTS to meet the language requirements.
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