IELTS fee, registration and test centres in Nigeria
IELTS in Nigeria is run by two organisations, the British Council and IDP. Each sets its own fee, runs its own centres and takes its own bookings. Here is what each listed on 14 October 2026, how to register, where the centres are, and how to practise for free first.
Fees change, and the two organisers do not charge the same amount. Treat these figures as a guide and confirm on the booking page before you pay. Last checked 14 October 2026.
What IELTS costs in Nigeria
| Organiser | Test | Fee listed | Where we read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Council Nigeria | IELTS on computer (Academic or General Training) | ₦279,500 | Fees for tests on or after 15 July 2025 |
| British Council Nigeria | IELTS for UKVI | ₦295,000 | Same page |
| British Council Nigeria | IELTS Life Skills | ₦279,000 | Same page |
| IDP Nigeria | IELTS on computer (Academic or General Training) | ₦299,000 | IDP Nigeria test dates page |
| IDP Nigeria | IELTS for UKVI | ₦315,500 | Same page |
| IDP Nigeria | IELTS Life Skills A1 or B1 | ₦298,500 | Same page |
Both organisers sometimes run discount codes. Look for them on their own sites rather than from an agent.
How to register for IELTS in Nigeria
- Decide which test you need: Academic, General Training, or IELTS for UKVI if a UK visa asks for it. Ask the university or the visa guidance.
- Choose the organiser, the British Council or IDP, and open their Nigeria booking page.
- Choose the test type, the format (computer or paper where offered), the centre and a date.
- Book with the ID you will carry on the day. The name must match exactly.
- Pay on the organiser's own site, and keep the confirmation.
- Practise before the date. Start with the free tests below.
IELTS test centres in Nigeria
British Council
Computer-delivered IELTS in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. Venues and dates are shown when you book.
IDP
12 test centres listed, including Lagos (Landmark in Ikeja, Victoria Island, Lekki and Alausa), Abuja (Wuse 2) and Ibadan. Test dates are also listed for Abeokuta, Akure, Asaba, Awka, Benin, Enugu, Ife, Ilorin, Kano, Makurdi, Owerri, Port Harcourt, Sango Ota and Uyo.
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Practise for free first
A retake costs the whole fee again, so it is worth knowing where you lose marks before you book. IELTS Reading and Listening practice is free and marked straight away, and Writing and Speaking get AI feedback with an estimated band.
Sources
- British Council Nigeria: IELTS dates, fees and locations, read 14 October 2026
- IDP Nigeria: IELTS test dates, fees and locations, read 14 October 2026
- IELTS.org test centre listings
SchoolRegistry is not the British Council, IDP or Cambridge, does not sell IELTS bookings and is not affiliated with them. Boarding Pass is independent test preparation.
IELTS in Nigeria: questions people ask
How much is the IELTS exam fee in Nigeria?
On 14 October 2026 the British Council listed IELTS on computer at ₦279,500 (UKVI ₦295,000) and IDP listed it at ₦299,000 (UKVI ₦315,500). The two organisers charge different amounts, and both change their fees, so check the booking page of the organiser and centre you choose before you pay.
Where can I register for IELTS in Nigeria?
With the British Council or with IDP. They are the two organisations that run IELTS in Nigeria, and you book and pay on their own websites. We do not sell test bookings, and you should not pay an agent who says they can guarantee a date or a score.
Where are the IELTS test centres in Nigeria?
The British Council lists computer-delivered tests in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. IDP lists 12 test centres in Nigeria, including Lagos (Ikeja, Victoria Island, Lekki and Alausa), Abuja and Ibadan, and shows test dates in more than a dozen cities. The exact venue and the dates open to you appear when you book, because they change.
Which IELTS test do I need: Academic, General Training or UKVI?
IELTS Academic is the usual choice for university study and for professional registration. IELTS General Training is for work experience, training and migration. IELTS for UKVI is only needed when a UK visa application asks for it, and it must be taken at an approved centre. Ask your university or the visa guidance which one they require before you book.
Can I practise IELTS for free before I pay for the test?
Yes. IELTS Reading and Listening practice on Boarding Pass is free, and you can try a full Reading test without an account. Writing and Speaking feedback uses credits.
Is Boarding Pass part of the British Council or IDP?
No. Boarding Pass is independent test preparation from SchoolRegistry. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by IDP, the British Council or Cambridge, and its scores are estimates, not official results.