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	Registration details and exams dates

Hurry! Register online for an IELTS test and get a free 30 hour IELTS preparation online course.

To register, you need to fill an application online. You will then receive an email which you will need to print off and bring to our centre in Manama, with two passport photographs, and your passport. Overseas candidates must complete the payment detail form.

		When can I take the test?

	You can take an IELTS test at our centre in Manama. All tests begin at 0900. The listening, reading and writing tests are taken on the dates below The speaking test may be on the same day or on another day, usually a Thursday.

		IELTS Test Dates 2012

Month	Day	Date	Test Module
March	Thursday	08/03/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	17/03/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	31/03/2012	Academic and General
April	Thursday	12/04/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	21/04/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	28/04/2012	Academic ONLY
May	Saturday	12/05/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	19/05/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	26/05/2012	Academic and General
June	Saturday	09/06/2012	Academic and General
	Thursday	14/06/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	30/06/2012	Academic and General
July	Saturday	07/07/2012	Academic ONLY
	Thursday	12/07/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	21/07/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	28/07/2012	Academic ONLY
August	Saturday	04/08/2012	Academic and General
	Thursday	09/08/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	25/08/2012	Academic and General
September	Saturday	01/09/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	15/09/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	22/09/2012	Academic and General
October	Thursday	11/10/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	13/10/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	20/10/2012	Academic ONLY
November	Saturday	03/11/2012	Academic ONLY
	Thursday	08/11/2012	Academic and General
	Saturday	17/11/2012	Academic and General
December	Saturday	01/12/2012	Academic and General
	Thursday	06/12/2012	Academic ONLY
	Saturday	08/12/2012	Academic and General

Test date registration ends 2 weeks prior to the exam date or when all available vacancies have been occupied.

		How much will the test cost?

	The test fee is BD80. Please note that there will be a BD15 extra charge for overseas candidates.

		When will I get my results?

	You will be able to view your results through IELTS results page 13 days after the test date. Local candidates will be able to collect their Test Report from the and overseas candidates will receive their reports by courier. (Saturday test results available on Thursday, Thursday test results available on Wednesday).Results cannot be given out over the telephone, by fax or e-mail.

		How do I prepare for the test?

	We can help you prepare for your test with an IELTS study pack, containing a CD-ROM, handbook, exam information, and practice papers. The pack costs BD15. You can also join one of our preparation courses to help you achieve the best results. (Visit our English courses page for dates and details)

		Can I change my test date?

	You can request a change to your test date and this will cost a transfer fee of BD 10. However, you cannot make this request less than five weeks before the test; if you do, you will need to pay the full registration fee again. All you need to do is to fill and submit the Transfer/Cancellation form.

		Can I cancel my test?

	Yes you can. However, all cancellations must be made at least five weeks before the test date and will be subject to a cancellation fee of BD 10. If you cancel your registration less than five weeks before the test, you will not receive a refund. All you need to do is to fill and submit the Transfer/Cancellation form.

		Can I retake the test?

	Yes, you can. Just complete an application form online.

		Find out more about IELTS

	If you require further details please contact our exams team. You can find out more about IELTS test (levels, what the test includes) on our Middle East website. You can also e-mail our exams team or visit the main IELTS website.