Take IELTS with the British Council

IELTS is the world’s most popular English language test. If you’re looking to work, study or live abroad then taking an IELTS test can help you make that dream come true.

Covid-19: Our English courses are taking place according to schedule. Exams are open for registration. Our buildings are open for registrations, classes and exams. Registration/Customer service also available via email or phone.

Take IELTS on computer

Choose from more venues and test dates and get your results in 3-5 days: you can already take your IELTS English test on a computer at the British Council

Why choose IELTS?

Success starts with IELTS – it’s your end goal that matters. IELTS is accepted as evidence of English language proﬁciency for higher education and global migration.

Which IELTS test should I take?

Choose the right test based on where you want to go and what you want to do.

Test dates, fees and locations

We offer tests in various locations across Portugal, at affordable prices. Select your test date and book IELTS today.

Book your IELTS test

Book your exam online and access our free preparation materials today.

Prepare for your IELTS test

We have everything you need to prepare for your IELTS test, including a wide variety of free preparation materials. Start preparing for your IELTS exam today.

Understand what happens on your test day

To help your IELTS test day go as smoothly as possible, we’ve put together some information and advice about what will happen on the day.

Your results – when and how to get your score

Find out when and how you will get your IELTS results and what your score means.

Test Taker Portal

You can access all the information relating to your IELTS test in the Test Taker Portal.

IELTS cancellation and refund policy

Find out what to do if you have to cancel your test or want to take it at another date than you booked.