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Helsinki
540 km

Finnish-British Society - Finnbrit Language Centre

Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

Finnish-British Society - Finnbrit Language Centre (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.

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

Other test centres in or nearby Finland

There is one British Council test centre in Finland's capital Helsinki. Besides the capital, there are no other IELTS test centres across the country.

IELTS data

Several universities in Finland require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme

  • Lowest IELTS score required: 6.0
  • Highest IELTS score required: 6.5
  • Average IELTS score required: 6.4
  • Number of universities accepting IELTS: 53
  • Number of studies accepting IELTS: 239

Background of Finland

Finland is widely recognized for its top-quality education system, setting a global standard. As an EU member with 39 higher education institutions, it's a strong choice for international students. Finland offers an egalitarian society where knowledge and lifelong learning are highly valued, fostering personal growth in a supportive social setting.

Life in Finland is made convenient by high-level infrastructure and technology, and the security of living in one of the safest countries globally. Its nature, with four distinct seasons, is deeply integrated into daily life. Higher education institutions are internationally focused, with over 400 English-taught degree programs. Largely state-funded, these institutions offer high-quality, accessible teaching, balancing natural surroundings with modern facilities. A degree from a Finnish university is a strong step towards a successful career.

English requirements in Finland

To study in English at one of the universities in Finland 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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Frequently asked questions about IELTS in Finland

How much does the IELTS exam cost in Finland?

The IELTS test in Finland costs between EUR 270 and EUR 295. Please note that you may need to make extra costs such as transportation or accomodation if you need to travel to a city to take IELTS. See our article on IELTS costs how to save money on your IELTS test.

How can I apply for IELTS in Finland?

First make sure that you apply for the right type of IELTS. The IELTS exam is offered as Academic or a General Training variant. The Academic variant is for studying abroad and the General Training if you want to migrate to an English-speaking country and work there, or if you plan to attend a secondary school. Applying for all variants of IELTS in Finland can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website .

Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Finland?

If you plan to study or work in the United Kingdom, you need IELTS for UKVI. The UK Home Office has authorized the Secure English language exams (SELT) IELTS for UKVI Academic and General Training and IELTS Life Skills for visa applications to the UK coming from Finland. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article

Which test center in Finland is the best to take the IELTS exam?

There is no "best test center" in Finland , all of them are equally good. The IELTS test is a standardized test that is conducted in exactly the same way on different locations. So, it doesn't really matter which test center you will go, you will always get the same high quality experience. Go directly to test centers in Finland to find a test centers that is most convenient for you.

When will IELTS exams start in Finland?

IELTS exams in Finland are conducted through the whole year. You can find all dates for IELTS exams in Finland on the official IELTS registration website .

Cities in Finland providing IELTS tests

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