What are the fees for IELTS and TOEFL exams in UK?
In the UK, standard IELTS Academic or General Training costs GBP 215 to GBP 250, while IELTS for UKVI runs GBP 257 to GBP 313. TOEFL iBT is charged in dollars at USD 260, roughly GBP 195 to GBP 200. TOEFL Essentials is cheaper at USD 199.
Your test fee in the UK depends on which exam and version you pick. IELTS is billed in pounds and comes in several tiers, while TOEFL is charged in US dollars, so the pound cost shifts with the exchange rate.
IELTS Fee Tiers in the UK
| Test Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic or General Training | GBP 215 to GBP 250 |
| IELTS for UKVI | GBP 257 to GBP 313 |
| IELTS Life Skills (A1, A2, B1) | GBP 182 to GBP 209 |
| IELTS One Skill Retake | GBP 162 to GBP 183 |
TOEFL Fees in the UK
| Test Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT (centre or home) | USD 260 (approx GBP 195 to GBP 200) |
| TOEFL Essentials | USD 199 (approx GBP 150) |
My Advice
Confirm whether your UK university needs a standard test or the UKVI version before booking, because paying the pricier GBP 257 to GBP 313 UKVI fee unnecessarily wastes money. If budget is tight for a 2026 or 2027 intake, compare the TOEFL iBT dollar rate against IELTS on your test date.
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