Book your IELTS Online test here
See the differences between the test formats here.
If you are over 18 years old and need to take the IELTS Academic test, an alternative to an in-centre test can be IELTS Online, a net-based version of IELTS Academic.
IELTS Online is the same Academic test that you would take in a test centre but can be taken on your own computer from your home or office. The test is delivered on an online platform which you will need to install on your computer in advance of the test, and your test will be proctored remotely. The Speaking test will be conducted by video-call in advance of the written parts of the test. Your test results will be available 6 – 8 calendar days after your test.
IELTS is widely recognised by educational institutions world-wide. However you should check with the organisation you are applying to make sure that they accept IELTS Online, as IELTS Online is not as widely accepted as the in-centre test.
Please be aware that IELTS Online is not accepted by immigration authorities and you can not apply for a One Skill Retake. This means that you have to take the whole test again if you want to improve your score in one of the test parts (Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking).
Compare IELTS Online and IELTS on Computer / IELTS on Paper
| Feature |
IELTS on Computer |
IELTS on Paper (in-centre) |
IELTS Online |
| Covers all 4 English skills: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Face-to-face Speaking test with an IELTS Examiner | ✓ | ✓ | on screen |
| Speaking test same day | ✓ | ✓ | before written parts |
| Use of headphones for Listening test | ✓ | X | X |
| IELTS Academic available | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| IELTS General Training test available | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| "One Skill Retake" available | ✓ | X | X |
| Results ready within (.. days) | 1-5 days | 13 days | 6-8 days |
| Enquiry on Results (re-mark) available | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Suitable for migration | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Available for UKVI (for UK Visa and Immigration only) | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Available for minors (under 18 yrs) | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| The IELTS test is accepted equally, regardless of the format * | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Available for special needs/access arrangements | ✓ | ✓ | X |
| Digital and downloadable test report form | ✓ | X | ✓ |
| Paper test report form | X | ✓ | X |
| ID requirement: National ID card (EU citizens only) or passport | ✓ | ✓ | passport only |
| *check with the institution(s) where you apply |
What do I need for taking the IELTS Online test?
Before booking your test, please check the full list of work space and technical requirements which can be found on the registration page. Please note that you can only use a valid passport for IELTS Online and not a National ID card. You should also check if you can use IELTS Online for your application(s).
IELTS Online is not the same as IELTS on Computer (an in-centre, in-person test).
What is the price for IELTS Online? Is it cheaper than the in-centre test?
The cost for the IELTS test is the same whether you take the test at a test-centre or take IELTS Online.
Book IELTS Online in Denmark & Contact Information
For any questions or issues after booking your IELTS Online test, you must contact the British Council IELTS Online Customer Service hub. You can find the contact details in the Test Taker Portal. They are available by e-mail or Live Chat. This also applies to any issues that may occur during or after your test. Test centres locally cannot assist with IELTS Online issues.
