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British Council - Tallinn University Centre for International Examinations
Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2026 | General Training | March 29, 2026 | EUR 250 DETAILS | |
| March 16, 2026 | Academic | March 29, 2026 | EUR 250 DETAILS | |
| March 21, 2026 | Academic | April 03, 2026 | EUR 250 DETAILS | |
| March 21, 2026 | General Training | April 03, 2026 | EUR 250 DETAILS | |
| March 30, 2026 | Academic | April 12, 2026 | EUR 250 DETAILS |
British Council - Tallinn University Centre for International Examinations (UKVI test location)
This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
| Test date | Type | Results by | Test fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 06, 2026 | UKVI General Training | April 19, 2026 | EUR 272 DETAILS | |
| April 06, 2026 | UKVI Academic | April 19, 2026 | EUR 272 DETAILS | |
| April 27, 2026 | UKVI General Training | May 10, 2026 | EUR 272 DETAILS | |
| April 27, 2026 | UKVI Academic | May 10, 2026 | EUR 272 DETAILS | |
| May 25, 2026 | UKVI Academic | June 07, 2026 | EUR 272 DETAILS |
Other test centres in or nearby Estonia
About Estonia
There is one British Council test centre in Estonia's capital Tallinn. Besides the capital, there are no other IELTS test centres across the country.
IELTS data
Several universities in Estonia require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme
- Lowest IELTS score required: 5.5
- Highest IELTS score required: 7.0
- Average IELTS score required: 6.0
- Number of universities accepting IELTS: 10
- Number of studies accepting IELTS: 80
Background of Estonia
Estonia, located in northern Europe, is a country of striking natural beauty and historical contrasts. A member of the EU and Eurozone since 2004 and 2011 respectively, it boasts a modern market economy and high per capita income. Known for its advanced e-solutions, flat-rate tax, and e-voting, Estonia is a role model for technological innovation, exemplified by the creation of Skype.
Beyond its tech-savvy reputation and low living costs, Estonia offers a close connection to nature, with four distinct seasons, vast forests, and over 1,000 islands and lakes. The country has a long tradition of high-quality higher education, with the first university established in 1632. Estonian universities offer over 150 recognized, English-taught degree programs at Bachelor, Master, and PhD levels, with internationally recognized diplomas and scholarship opportunities. These programs align with the European-wide Bologna Process, and initiatives like Study in Estonia" promote its higher education abroad.
English requirements in Estonia
To study in English at one of the universities in Estonia you may need proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to prove your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1,000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations worldwide.
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