6 IELTS test centers
IELTS Test Centers in Colombo
Colombo has 6 IELTS test centers. British Council, IDP IELTS, and Cambridge administers the IELTS and delivers it at IELTS test centers. Each card lists the address, hours, and practical details drawn from the venue profile.
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Scheduling the IELTS
The IELTS is scheduled through ielts.org or your local British Council/IDP office; pick this center during registration. Check with the venue for the latest details.
British Council Sri Lanka
- Parking
- No on-site parking; street parking is available nearby.
- Security
- Security personnel are friendly and professional, but no specific details on procedures.
- Finding it
- No specific details on entrance, floor, or building details.
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Foreign Examination Bureau (Pvt) Ltd
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Foreign Examination Bureau Ltd
- Security
- Security measures are in place and ensure a stress-free environment.
- Finding it
- The test center is well-organized with clear instructions provided at each stage of the exam.
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IDP IELTS Test Center Colombo 03
- Security
- Staff are not aware of the mode of the speaking test (online or physical), suggesting a lack of information or training in this area.
- Finding it
- The test center is near HNB, with signboards guiding the way. It is on the road next to HNB.
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IELTS ,SELT ,UKVI ,CELPIP ,Duolingo Srilanka
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Skills for Life - International Examinations
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Frequently asked questions
How many IELTS test centers are in Colombo?
Colombo has 6 IELTS test centers: British Council Sri Lanka, Foreign Examination Bureau (Pvt) Ltd, Foreign Examination Bureau Ltd, IDP IELTS Test Center Colombo 03, IELTS ,SELT ,UKVI ,CELPIP ,Duolingo Srilanka, and Skills for Life - International Examinations.
Where can I take the IELTS in Colombo?
The IELTS is administered in Colombo at British Council Sri Lanka (49 Alfred House Gard), Foreign Examination Bureau (Pvt) Ltd, Foreign Examination Bureau Ltd (385 Galle Rd), IDP IELTS Test Center Colombo 03 (324 Galle Rd), IELTS ,SELT ,UKVI ,CELPIP ,Duolingo Srilanka (24 International Buddhist Centre Rd), and Skills for Life - International Examinations (01 36th Ln).
Which test centers in Colombo administer the IELTS?
IELTS testing in Colombo is administered at British Council Sri Lanka, Foreign Examination Bureau (Pvt) Ltd, Foreign Examination Bureau Ltd, IDP IELTS Test Center Colombo 03, and IELTS ,SELT ,UKVI ,CELPIP ,Duolingo Srilanka, plus 1 more locations listed below.
Who administers the IELTS?
British Council, IDP IELTS, and Cambridge administers the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and delivers it at IELTS test centers.