The Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about IELTS in Canada

If you’re considering moving to Canada to work or live there permanently, you’ll definitely require minimum IELTS score. It is extremely beneficial to have a good IELTS score when applying for immigration to Canada.

Q.1. What is IELTS?

When an immigrant applies to immigrate to Canada, the Canadian government employs the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) as a method of evaluating their English proficiency.

IELTS is accepted by universities and colleges in Canada as well as by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Your English language proficiency is evaluated on the IELTS in four major areas: speaking, reading, and writing.

Q.2. What is the process to apply for IELTS?

Each nation has its own website and testing facilities, where applicants must log in and submit their registration forms. Applicants would be given the option of taking a language exam in either a paper-based or a computer-delivered format. The venue and test date must also be chosen.

Q.3. What is the application cost for IELTS?

In most nations, it costs about $300 to apply for the International English Language Testing System exam. Cost-wise, computer-delivered and paper-based services are comparable. Whether you are applying for Academic IELTS or General IELTS, the cost is the same.

Q.4. How do I know if I’ve registered successfully?

You ought to see a confirmation on your computer screen after finishing registration. Print it out and bring it with you to the exam. Also, candidates receive a soft copy of the confirmation through email. IELTS test results are easy to obtain.

Q.5. How long will it take for me to receive my IELTS results?

About 3 to 5 days following your examination, candidates who opted for computer-delivered exams will receive their results. However, 13 days after the test date, applicants who took the paper-based exam will receive their test results.

Q.6. What is the duration of the IELTS test?

There are four stages on the exam: Speaking (11–14 minutes), Writing (11–30 minutes), and Listening (30 minutes) (60 minutes). The IELTS exam lasts for a total of two hours and forty-five minutes.

Q.7. How many types of IELTS tests are available under Canadian immigration system?

You can choose between the Academic or General Training versions of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam. While the General exam is necessary for career- and immigration-related objectives, the Academic exam is necessary for entrance to university or college.

Note: Choose General IELTS if you’re submitting an Express Entry application.


Q.8. What is the minimum IELTS score required for Canada Express Entry?

Candidates must score at least 6.0 in each of the IELTS test’s four domains in order to meet the minimum requirement for Canada Express Entry. Your chances of being accepted for immigration to Canada increase with your score.

Austin Campbell

Austin has been quite active in the immigration arena since 2010. He has authored over 250 immigration publications, given over 70 presentations, and organized numerous events featuring federal and provincial immigration ministers and leaders from other sectors. He is a graduate of the University of Toronto and Durham University.
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