IELTS Eligibility
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IELTS Eligibility
IELTS Eligibility
IELTS is designed for people who need to demonstrate English-language ability for purposes such as higher education, professional registration, work or migration.
There is no single universal educational qualification required for all IELTS candidates. The required test type and target score are determined by the organisation or authority that will receive the result.
| Purpose | Typical IELTS pathway |
|---|---|
| University or higher education | IELTS Academic |
| Professional registration | Usually IELTS Academic, subject to the professional body's rules |
| Migration | IELTS General Training or another specified IELTS test depending on the immigration authority |
| UK visa and immigration requirements | IELTS for UKVI or IELTS for UKVI Life Skills where specifically required |
IELTS Online currently has a separate minimum-age rule of 18 and is available only for IELTS Academic. Candidates must also check whether their intended organisation accepts IELTS Online.
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Last verified: 01 October 2026
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