We would like to inform you that there has been a review of our IELTS fees. The new fee list of the IELTS range of tests offered by the British Council will be effective for registrations on or after 1 March 2024. 

Senegal
The new fees will be: 
IELTS on Computer Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 191,940
IELTS on Paper Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 191,940
ILETS for UKVI on Computer Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 201,600
IELTS for UKVI on Paper Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 201,600
Life Skills: XOF 135140

The Gambia
The new fees will be: 
IELTS on Computer Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 206,600
IELTS on Paper Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 206,600
ILETS for UKVI on Computer Academic and General Training Modules: XOF220,320
IELTS for UKVI on Paper Academic and General Training Modules: XOF 220,320
Life Skills: XOF 141,760
The change in fees 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 achieve your goals.  Thank you for choosing British Council.

Where can you take IELTS in Senegal?

We offer a range of convenient test dates in the British Council official IELTS test centre in Dakar. You can choose to take your IELTS test on paper or on a computer. Whichever you prefer, you will need to come to a test centre to sit your test. Find out more

Test centre offering IELTS on paper or IELTS on computer

 The British Council in Senegal offers IELTS tests in one location: British Council, Rue AAB, Zone B, Dakar.

Important notice for IELTS for UKVI test takers in Banjul 

As you proceed with your IELTS registration journey you will notice a price change on the IELTS website for the session in Banjul, and that is due to technical issues that we're currently resolving. Test takers sitting for IELTS in Banjul will pay 220,320 XOF. 

Find IELTS test dates

The test fee includes free exclusive preparation materials, practice tests and much more.

If you take IELTS on paper, your Speaking test will take place on a different day to the other sections of the test, in a 7-day window before or after the main test day. You will receive an email confirming your Speaking test date 48 hours in advance. 

Choose your Speaking test slot

You can choose your Speaking test slot whether you take IELTS on a computer or on paper. If we need to change your slot due to the pandemic, we will notify you by email or phone.

Looking to work, study, or live in the UK?

If you need a visa for working or studying in the UK, then in some cases you may need to take IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration or IELTS Life Skills.