Our official IELTS test centres can help if you have visual, hearing, speaking or learning difficulties. If you need a modified version of IELTS, please give the test centre minimum eight weeks’ notice.
Please note that special arrangements are available only for IELTS on paper.
If special arrangements (for example, extra time) need to be made then please give the test centre six weeks' notice.
Your English language ability will be assessed objectively, regardless of any disability or special needs that you may have.
What modified versions are available? (with minimum 8 weeks’ notice)
- braille papers
- special Listening CD with necessary stops and pauses
- lip-reading version of the Listening test
- enlarged print (Available in format Arial 18 bold only) or Speaking task cards in Braille.
What sort of help can I get?
If you have a visual impairment, we can provide, with minimum 8 weeks’ notice:
- enlarged print (Available in format Arial 18 bold only)
- Braille test papers
- an amanuensis to write the answers for you.
If you have hearing difficulties, we can offer, minimum eight weeks’ notice:
- special amplification equipment
- a lip-reading version of the Listening module.
If you have dyslexia, or another learning difficulty, we can arrange:
- extra time for the Reading and Writing tests.
Please tick « I have accessibility needs for the test date » when you register, and select the box that matches your needs. Please contact your local test centre by email as soon as possible if you have special needs that may require a modified IELTS test version.