To help make the choice of exam date easier and registration more convenient in 2010 we will offer a lot more dates for Cambridge ESOL exams.
Unlike previous years, in 2010 the exams FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC, ICFE, ILEC, KET and PET will be organised more often and most of them will also be avaialble in a computer-based version. Registration is already open, please read the Cambridge ESOL exam dates brochure for deadlines and full information.
Fees must be paid during the registration period either by bank transfer to:
CITIBANK, 2 Maria Luiza Blvd., Sofia.
IBAN Leva - BG24 CITI 9250 1051 0009 03
Or in cash (by debit/ credit card) at the time of your registration at our Customer Services Centre, working hours: Monday-Friday 09.00-18.00hrs..
If you choose to pay your fee(s) by bank transfer you should submit a clear copy of the bank statement at registration.
Bank transfers should be arranged no more than 2 weeks before we receive the registration documents.
You can register by post or in person.
If you choose to register by post, you should send your completed and signed entry form together with clear copies of your ID card/passport, and of your proof of bank payment, so that we receive them by the deadline for registration. It will be your responsibility to check with us by phone or email if your documents have been delivered within the registration period.
If you choose to register in person, please bring with you your ID card/passport, complete and sign an individual entry form and pay the fee for the exam you have chosen in cash or submit a proof of a bank transfer at one of our registration centres. If you are unable to come in person you can send a person with your notarised written agreement and with a copy of your ID card/passport to register you.
Your school of preparation may also register you if they have arrangements for block registration of their students.
There are no age restrictions on candidates entering for Cambridge exams and tests. However, in the case of the young learners' tests, the test content is specially suited to 7-12 year olds and candidates older than 12 should be directed towards the Key English Test (KET).
Once you have registered, you will not be able to transfer your entry to a future exam sitting, or to a different level of exam.
You may not register for two different exams in the same session (e.g. FCE and CAE in June) at our Centre.
Please tell us if you have a permanent or long-term disability. Cambridge ESOL are ready to make suitable arrangements for such candidates whenever possible provided that our Centre has submitted your application to Cambridge, supported by medical documents up to six months before the date of the chosen examination.
Examinations Services reserve the right to cancel an exam if the number of registered candidates does not meet the Cambridge ESOL minimum entry requirements.
You should read the Summary Regulations for Candidates from Cambridge ESOL, which you accept when you register for the exam.
If you are unable to sit your examination because of illness, Cambridge ESOL will accept requests for refunds (approx. half the fee), that are made through our Centre and accompanied by an original medical document - bolnichen list(or 'medicinska belezhka' for students only) The document must:
- specify the medical reasons why the candidate had to withdraw his/her entry or was unable to sit the exam;
- have a reference number and date of issue from the medical institution, clear stamp and signature from the medical practitioner
The statement should be submitted to Examinations Services, British Council Sofia, within 10 days of the examination date.
If you are taken ill on the Speaking date, please contact us immediately to check if a new arrangement is possible.
N.B. No refund will be issued in respect of a timetable clash with a local, or other examination.
All candidates will receive their full timetable information including venues for all exam components and Notice to candidates by email. Find out more from the Cambridge ESOL Exam dates brochure.
If you have not received these documents it is your responsibility to contact Examinations Services at British Council Sofia for details.
Results are available online about 8 weeks after the examination date (scores for computer-based exams are available in 3 weeks). You will receive and email from us with detailed instructions how to check your results a week before your exam date. Cambridge ESOL reserves the right to amend information given before the issue of certificates.
Enquiries on results on behalf of candidates can be made only via our Centre within one month of the issue of Statement of Results. The decisions of Cambridge ESOL concerning results are final.
Certificates are issued only to candidates with passing grades through the centre, approx. 6 to 8 weeks after the issuing of Statements of Results. An invitation to collect their certificates will be emailed to all successful candidates.
Because of the value placed on certificates, we will require candidates and schools to collect and sign for them in person.
You can prepare yourself for the exams by attending preparatory courses at our Teaching Centre or at other language schools and centres, by private lessons or by self-study.
The recommended textbooks for the exams can be obtained locally from the local booksellers of CUP, OUP, Longman, Heinemann, etc.
If you have queries, or want to make a complaint or suggestion please contact us.
British Council Examinations Services
7 Krakra Street
1504 Sofia,
Telephone (02) 942 43 01; 942 43 44
Fax (02) 942 43 06
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