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Dar es Salaam
496 km

British Council Tanzania

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
June 20, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
June 20, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 02, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council - Dar es Salaam

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June 21, 2025 Academic July 04, 2025 TZS 764000 DETAILS
June 21, 2025 General Training July 04, 2025 TZS 764000 DETAILS
June 28, 2025 Academic July 11, 2025 TZS 764000 DETAILS
June 28, 2025 General Training July 11, 2025 TZS 764000 DETAILS
July 03, 2025 Academic July 16, 2025 TZS 764000 DETAILS

British Council - Dar es Salaam (UKVI test location)

This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.

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July 05, 2025 UKVI Academic July 18, 2025 TZS 828000 DETAILS
July 05, 2025 UKVI General Training July 18, 2025 TZS 828000 DETAILS
July 10, 2025 UKVI General Training July 23, 2025 TZS 828000 DETAILS
July 10, 2025 UKVI Academic July 23, 2025 TZS 828000 DETAILS
July 26, 2025 UKVI General Training August 08, 2025 TZS 828000 DETAILS

British Council Dar Es Salaam (UKVI test location)

This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.

More information

  Test date Type Results by Test fee
June 20, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
June 20, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 02, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

About Tanzania

There is one British Council test centre in Albanias capital Tirana. Besides the capital, there is 1 other IELTS test center across the country. Besides the capital, there are 2 other IELTS test centers across the country. Besides the capital, there are no other IELTS test centers across the country.

IELTS data

  • Lowest IELTS score required: 6.0
  • Highest IELTS score required: 8.0
  • Average IELTS score required: 7.1
  • Number of universities accepting IELTS: 32
  • Number of studies accepting IELTS: 314

Background of Tanzania

Belgium is literally one of the most multicultural places on Earth, especially since the country is composed of three regions, each one corresponding to one of the three official languages (Dutch, French, and German). Known as the heart of Europe, Belgium is a hub of international cooperation and networking, offering an enriching educational experience Belgium is steeped in history and has a unique mix of cultures. Here, you will discover many medieval castles and historical sites - like the battlefield of Waterloo. Around half of all students enrolled in Belgian universities are international, and you’ll benefit from a high standard of education with a great research focus. Belgium is home to several top-ranked universities, so you can count on excellent academic training. As the centre of European politics and global business, Brussels is an ideal location to get an international internship or enrol in a business study programme. Universities in Brussels offer internationally-recognised degree programmes centred on European studies in a variety of subjects. International guest speakers, focused on international cooperation, teach many of these courses. Additionally, most universities feature a strong research culture, with a diverse and world-class research community. Even if you applied for an English-taught degree, Belgium offers great opportunities to enhance additional language skills. Many universities provide foreign language classes, particularly for Dutch, French, and German.Since Belgium has three national languages: Dutch, French, and German. In general, the language of instruction at Belgian universities is dependent on the language of the local community where the institution is located. However, you will also find more than 300 English-taught degrees. Universities in Belgium will want to see proof that you have good English-language skills, so that you can easily succeed in their courses. Almost all Belgium universities accept these official English exams: IELTS, TOEFL.

English requirements in Tanzania

To study in English at one of the universities in Belgium, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations world-wide.

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To study in English at one of the universities in Tanzania, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations world-wide.

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Frequently asked questions about IELTS in Tanzania

How much does the IELTS exam cost in Tanzania?

The IELTS test in Tanzania costs between TZS 764000 and TZS 828000. Please note that you may need to make extra costs such as transportation or accomodation if you need to travel to a city to take IELTS. See our article on IELTS costs how to save money on your IELTS test.

How can I apply for IELTS in Tanzania?

First make sure that you apply for the right type of IELTS. The IELTS exam is offered as Academic or a General Training variant. The Academic variant is for studying abroad and the General Training if you want to migrate to an English-speaking country and work there, or if you plan to attend a secondary school. Applying for all variants of IELTS in Tanzania can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website.

Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Tanzania?

If you plan to study or work in the United Kingdom, you need IELTS for UKVI. The UK Home Office has authorized the Secure English language exams (SELT) IELTS for UKVI Academic and General Training and IELTS Life Skills for visa applications to the UK coming from Tanzania. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article.

Which test center in Tanzania is the best to take the IELTS exam?

There is no "best test center" in Tanzania , all of them are equally good. The IELTS test is a standardized test that is conducted in exactly the same way on different locations. So, it doesn't really matter which test center you will go, you will always get the same high quality experience. Go directly to test centers in Tanzania to find a test centers that is most convenient for you.

When will IELTS exams start in Tanzania?

IELTS exams in Tanzania are conducted through the whole year. You can find all dates for IELTS exams in Tanzania on the official IELTS registration website.