How much advance notice do I need to give to reschedule my IELTS test date, and what's the administrative charge?
To reschedule your IELTS test date, you must request the transfer at least five weeks before your original booked date, and your new date must fall within three months of it. This transfer carries an administrative charge of Rs 4,750, inclusive of all taxes.
You need to request your IELTS reschedule at least five weeks before your original test date. Your new date must also fall within three months of that original booking, and you will pay an administrative charge of Rs 4,750 including taxes.
IELTS Reschedule Rules
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum notice required | Five weeks before original test date |
| New date window | Within three months of original date |
| Administrative charge | Rs 4,750, inclusive of taxes |
What Happens If You Cut It Close
Requesting a transfer with less notice than five weeks is not treated as a straightforward reschedule and follows the cancellation rules instead, which can mean a bigger loss than the transfer charge. Plan your reschedule request the moment you know your original date will not work.
My Advice
Do not wait until the last few weeks to decide if you need to reschedule. Raising the request early, well past the five week mark, keeps the process simple and limits you to just the fixed administrative charge rather than losing a chunk of your fee.
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