IELTS Exam Fee in the Philippines (2026): Updated Prices and How to Book
If you’re booking IELTS in the Philippines this year, budget PHP 14,470 for the standard test. That’s what IDP Philippines has charged since 1 July 2026. Here’s every IELTS fee, what changed now that the paper test is gone, and how to avoid paying for the same test twice.
IELTS fees in the Philippines (from 1 July 2026)
| Test | Fee | Who it’s for |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS on computer (Academic or General Training) | PHP 14,470 | Most nurses, students and skilled workers |
| IELTS for UKVI on computer | PHP 15,059 | UK visa applications that ask for a UKVI test |
| IELTS for UKVI Life Skills (A1 or B1) | PHP 11,055 | Some UK family and settlement visas |
| IELTS One Skill Retake | PHP 8,320 | Retaking one skill after a computer test |
| UKVI One Skill Retake | PHP 8,840 | Retaking one skill after a UKVI computer test |
Source: IDP Philippines, published 30 June 2026. The standard test went up PHP 810 from the PHP 13,660 charged since August 2025.
British Council lists its own prices and promos on its booking page. When we checked, it was advertising PHP 1,000 off IELTS on computer, so compare both before you pay.
Paper IELTS has ended. Here’s what that means for you
British Council stopped offering IELTS on paper in the Philippines from 21 June 2026. IDP has also announced that IELTS is moving to computer-only delivery worldwide from mid-2026.
For you, that means three things:
- Faster results. Computer-delivered results usually arrive in 1 to 2 days.
- More test dates. Computer sessions run through the week, so it’s easier to fit a date around your shift.
- New skills to practise. You’ll read long passages on screen and type your Writing answers. If you’ve only practised on paper, take at least one computer-based mock test before you book.
Academic or General Training? Pick the right one before you pay
Both cost the same, but they’re different tests, and the wrong one won’t count. Nurses registering in Australia (Ahpra) or the UK (NMC) need IELTS Academic. General Training is used for some migration and work visas. Check the exact test your regulator, school or employer names before you book.
When the One Skill Retake is worth it
If you missed your target in just one skill, you may not need to repeat the whole test. The One Skill Retake costs PHP 8,320, which is PHP 6,150 less than a full test. The rules:
- You must book and take it within 60 days of your original test.
- Your original test must have been IELTS on computer.
- You get one retake per full test.
Not every organisation accepts it, so confirm with yours first. Also check whether your regulator lets you combine two sittings. Ahpra and the NMC both do, within 12 months and with conditions. Sometimes a second full test is the better choice.
How to book IELTS in the Philippines
- Confirm your target. Note the test type (Academic or General Training, UKVI or not) and the minimum score for each skill.
- Choose your provider and city. Book with IDP or British Council and pick a test centre near you.
- Book online and pay. Bring the same ID you registered with on test day. Each provider lists the IDs it accepts on its booking page.
- Take a mock test first. Book your real test once your mock scores are at or near your target.
IRIS students get free help with test registration. We’re an official IDP and British Council partner agent in Quezon City and Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
How IELTS compares with other English tests on cost
| Test | Fee in the Philippines |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic | USD 230 (about PHP 12,790) |
| IELTS on computer | PHP 14,470 |
| OET (all four sub-tests) | AUD 587 (about PHP 21,800) |
Price shouldn’t decide your test, though. What your regulator accepts and which format suits you matter more. For nurses, see our guide to OET vs. IELTS.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the IELTS exam in the Philippines in 2026?
PHP 14,470 for IELTS Academic or General Training on computer, from 1 July 2026 (IDP Philippines).
Can I still take IELTS on paper in the Philippines?
No. British Council stopped paper IELTS in the Philippines from 21 June 2026, and IDP is moving to computer-only delivery.
How much is the IELTS One Skill Retake?
PHP 8,320, or PHP 8,840 for UKVI. You must take it within 60 days of a computer-delivered test.
How long do IELTS results take?
Computer-delivered results usually arrive in 1 to 2 days.
Ready to book with confidence?
The cheapest IELTS is the one you only pay for once. IRIS reviewees get unlimited classroom lectures, free mock tests with mentor feedback, and free test registration help. Talk to us or see our IELTS review.