Southeast Asia · Thailand

IELTS in Bangkok

Bangkok is Thailand's main IELTS centre, with high volume around the Australian, UK, and Canadian university intake cycles. Both providers run multiple computer-delivered sessions per week.

IELTS Academic

THB 8,300 (~USD 235)

IELTS General Training

THB 8,300 (~USD 235)

Test providers & formats in Bangkok

Providers

  • British Council Thailand
  • IDP Education Thailand

Formats available

  • Computer-delivered
  • Paper-based

Test centres in Bangkok

  • British Council Siam Square
  • IDP IELTS Test Centre Asok
  • IDP IELTS Test Centre Silom

Booking notes: Pay by credit card or PromptPay. ID required: passport or Thai ID card.

IELTS score requirements for popular destinations from Bangkok

Most Bangkok candidates apply to: Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand.

Australia (postgraduate)

Overall 6.5

Component minimums: 6.0 in each band

G8 humanities 7.0.

United Kingdom (postgraduate)

Overall 6.5

Component minimums: 6.0 in each band

Russell Group 7.0 for arts/social sciences.

Canada (study permit)

Overall 6.5

Component minimums: 6.0 in each band

Top schools 6.5–7.0.

Requirements change. Always verify directly with the institution before booking your test.

Preparation tips for candidates in Bangkok

  • 1Thai candidates typically lose marks on Writing Task 1 (data description) — practice summarising charts in 20-minute timed sessions.
  • 2British Council Siam Square is centrally located but small; arrive 45 minutes early for paper-based.
  • 3Speaking test is often scheduled in the afternoon — avoid heavy lunches.

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Frequently Asked Questions

IELTS in other Southeast Asia cities

Last updated: 2026-05

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