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Akinwande Soji-Ojo
The British Council in Nigeria has announced a 29% increment in the fees for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examinations.
IELTS is a globally recognised examination widely accepted as evidence of English Language proficiency for non-native English speakers.
In a notice posted on its website, British Council said from February 1, 2024, applicants will pay the sum of N139,000 for the Computer Academic and General Training Modules.
The British Council attributed the fee adjustment to the rising costs associated with conducting the examination.
“We would like to inform you that there has been a review of our IELTS fees. The new price list for the IELTS range of tests offered by the British Council will be effective for registrations on or after February 1, 2024.
“The new prices will be: IELTS on Computer Academic and General Training Modules: ₦139,000
“IELTS on Paper Academic and General Training Modules: ₦134,000; UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI): ₦149,000; Life Skills: ₦130,000; One Skill Retake (O.S.R): ₦87,570.
“The change in price is associated with the increased costs in the delivery of our exams.
“This will enable us to continue to offer a wide range of services and comprehensive support to enable you to achieve your goals. Thank you for choosing the British Council,” the notice read.
This is the second time the examination body will increase the IELTS registration fee in less than six months.
The IELTS registration fee, which used to be between N80,000 and N90,000, was increased to N107,500 in September 2023.