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Kayseri
23 km

British Council Turkey - Ozel Kayseri Cihangir Anadolu Lisesi

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Adana
217 km

British Council Turkey - Riva Re atbey Hotel

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July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
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British Council Turkey - Computer Delivered IELTS - Nokta Dil Adana

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British Council Turkey - Computer Delivered IELTS - Nokta Dil Adana (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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Mersin
249 km

British Council - Computer - Delivered IELTS, Evrim Dil Kurslar - Turkey

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Ankara
258 km

British Council Turkey - NISH Uluslaras E itim Merkezi

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British Council Turkey - Akademik Yabanc Dil Kurslar K z lay

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British Council Turkey - Limak Ambassador Hotel

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British Council Turkey - Computer - delivered IELTS, AKADEMIN

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July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council Turkey - Computer - delivered IELTS, AKADEMIN (UKVI test location)

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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 Turkey

There are several British Council test centres in Turkey's capital Ankara. Besides the capital, there are several other IELTS test centres across the country.

IELTS data

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

  • Lowest IELTS score required: 5.0
  • Highest IELTS score required: 8.0
  • Average IELTS score required: 6.4
  • Number of universities accepting IELTS: 64
  • Number of studies accepting IELTS: 419

Background of Turkey

Turkey, former home to a mighty empire, boasts one of the most intriguing histories and cultural characters. Its transcontinental location creates a unique blend of ethnic and cultural influences in food, art, language, and history. Students in Turkey can explore a country rich in complex historical sites, including remnants of two Ancient Wonders: the Temple of Artemis and the Mausoleum in Halicarnassus.

For those pursuing a Master's or Bachelor's degree, Turkey offers a captivating experience, with opportunities to visit sites like Troy or Cappadocia. Many top-ranked Turkish universities offer English-taught degree programs and maintain strong cooperation with institutions globally. The academic system largely mirrors the American model, with Associate's, Bachelor's, and graduate programs of varying lengths, providing flexible options to suit diverse career goals.

English requirements in Turkey

To study in English at one of the universities in Turkey 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 Turkey

How much does the IELTS exam cost in Turkey?

The IELTS test in Turkey costs TRY 1550. 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 Turkey?

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 Turkey can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website .

Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Turkey?

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 Turkey. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article

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

There is no "best test center" in Turkey , 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 Turkey to find a test centers that is most convenient for you.

When will IELTS exams start in Turkey?

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

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