East Asia · Hong Kong SAR
Hong Kong has very high IELTS demand per capita. Most candidates apply to UK and Australian universities or BNO (UK) visa pathways. The British Council and IDP both run computer-delivered tests with multiple sessions per week.
IELTS Academic
HKD 2,250 (~USD 290)
IELTS General Training
HKD 2,250 (~USD 290)
Providers
Formats available
Booking notes: Heavy demand around BNO visa cycle (peaks Mar–May). Slots fill 3–4 weeks in advance during these periods. Pay by credit card; HKID required at the test.
Most Hong Kong candidates apply to: United Kingdom (BNO), Australia, Canada, United States.
Component minimums: —
BNO visa itself has no IELTS requirement, but settlement (after 5 years) requires Life in the UK + B1 English; IELTS Life Skills B1 accepted.
Component minimums: 6.0 in each band (CEFR B1)
UKVI IELTS for UKVI required — book the SELT version, not standard IELTS.
Component minimums: 6.0 in each band
G8 humanities 7.0.
Component minimums: 6.0 in each band
Express Entry separately requires CLB 7+ across all bands.
Requirements change. Always verify directly with the institution before booking your test.