The British Council in Nigeria has announced a 29% increase in the fees for the English Language Testing System (IELTS) examinations.

Starting on February 1, 2024, applicants will be required to pay a sum of N139,000 for the Computer Academic and General Training Modules.

IELTS is a globally recognised examination widely accepted by non-native English speakers as evidence of their language proficiency.

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 price jerk in the last five months.

The fee for the IELTS, which used to be between N80,000 to N90,000, was increased to N107,500 in September last year. 

[NigerianTribune]