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British Council Bangkok - Westminster International Ladprao (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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 18, 2026 | UKVI Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | UKVI General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 25, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 07, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 25, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 07, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 01, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 14, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Westminster IELTS Test Centre Silom Edge
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 19, 2026 | General Training | February 01, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council - The Landmark Bangkok Hotel (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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 06, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 31, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 13, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 20, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 20, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 14, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 27, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok (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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | UKVI General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | UKVI Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | UKVI Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | UKVI General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 21, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 03, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Westminster IELTS Test Centre Silom Edge (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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | UKVI General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | UKVI Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | UKVI Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | UKVI General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 06, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 21, 2026 | General Training | February 03, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Assumption University Suvarnabhumi Campus
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 14, 2026 | Academic | February 27, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| April 25, 2026 | General Training | May 08, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| April 25, 2026 | Academic | May 08, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Westminster International Pinklao
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Westminster International Ladprao
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 21, 2026 | General Training | February 03, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council - The Landmark Bangkok Hotel
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2026 | Academic | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 31, 2026 | Academic | February 13, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | General Training | February 20, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | Academic | February 20, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| February 14, 2026 | Academic | February 27, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Westminster Nonthaburi
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Alisttest Korat branch
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Khon Kaen University International College (KKUIC)
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | Academic | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | General Training | February 20, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | Academic | February 20, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| February 21, 2026 | Academic | March 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Khon Kaen University International College (KKUIC) (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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 06, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 06, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | UKVI General Training | February 20, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 07, 2026 | UKVI Academic | February 20, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS | |
| February 21, 2026 | UKVI General Training | March 06, 2026 | THB 9100 DETAILS |
British Council Bangkok - Westminster International (Khon Kaen)
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2026 | Academic | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 17, 2026 | General Training | January 30, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | Academic | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 18, 2026 | General Training | January 31, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS | |
| January 24, 2026 | General Training | February 06, 2026 | THB 8210 DETAILS |
About Thailand
There are several British Council test centres in Thailand's capital Bangkok. Besides the capital, there are several other IELTS test centres across the country.
IELTS data
Several universities in Thailand require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme
- Lowest IELTS score required: 2.5
- Highest IELTS score required: 7.0
- Average IELTS score required: 5.3
- Number of universities accepting IELTS: 17
- Number of studies accepting IELTS: 202
Background of Thailand
Thailand is an excellent choice for international study, known for the friendliness and hospitality of its people, rich culture, and economic development. With a fascinating blend of tradition and modernism, and exotic scenery, Thailand welcomes over 20,000 international students annually.
Tertiary education is offered at various institutions, including universities, institutes of technology, and vocational colleges. Most Bachelor's degrees take four years, with some fields like architecture and pharmacy requiring five, and medicine lasting six years. The academic year typically has two semesters (June-October, November-March) and a summer session, though some universities adjust dates to align with Western systems. Popular fields for foreign students include business administration, marketing, and international business. English proficiency, often demonstrated by TOEFL or IELTS, may be required. For Thai-taught programs, the Test of Thai as a Foreign Language is the official certificate.
English requirements in Thailand
To study in English at one of the universities in Thailand 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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