Can I make a provisional booking for the test?
			I don’t understand how to fill out the application form.
			I am applying to take the IELTS test. When do I get confirmation of my application?
			I applied to sit the General version, but have subsequently found out that I need to write the Academic version. How do I change this?
			If I live outside Yangon/Mandalay, how can I register?
			Do I have to register in person?
			Can I register myself by telephone or Internet?
			What happens if I wish to cancel or postpone the exam?
			I want to take IELTS but have a disability or a medical problem. Can you help?
			What is required for special needs candidates? Any documentation? Do they have any special conditions to take the test?

Can I make a provisional booking for the test?

Unfortunately not. As soon as we receive a copy of your application form, together with payment and a copy of your ID/passport, we will then confirm your test date. You should indicate your preferred test date on your application form.

I don’t understand how to fill out the application form.

If you are not sure on how to fill out the form please contact the Exams Services Department, who will be able to guide you though the process.

I am applying to take the IELTS test. When do I get confirmation of my application?

British Council candidates will receive confirmation when they register for the test. Without payment, we cannot confirm your registration. Candidates will receive in the confirmation the details of the place and time of the written test and individual appointment for the speaking and details of the venue.

I applied to sit the General version, but have subsequently found out that I need to write the Academic version. How do I change this?

Candidates are urged to contact the Authority that instructed them to take this test, and clarify which version they will need to take, BEFORE they submit their application forms to the British Council. Versions will not be changed after the closure of the registration.

If I live outside Yangon/Mandalay, how can I register?

You could send someone that lives in Yangon/Mandalay to register for you. This person must bring two recent photos, an original and a photocopy of your document of identification, the completed form which has been signed by you, (that can be downloaded here) and the payment.

Do I have to register in person?

No. If it is difficult to register in person you can send a third party to do it for you, but you must send with them an original and a photocopy of your document of identification, two recent photos, the completed form which has been signed by you and the payment.

Can I register myself by telephone or Internet?

No, it is necessary that someone comes to our office to carry out the registration in person.

What happens if I wish to cancel or postpone the exam?

The fee is non-refundable. Refunds are only given to candidates who can provide written proof from the relevant authorities that they are no longer required to take the exam. In this case we charge an administration fee for any cancellations made; therefore the entire fee will not be refunded to candidates.

I want to take IELTS but have a disability or a medical problem. Can you help?

We allow candidates to take the test regardless of disability or medical conditions. The IELTS is designed to be fair to all those who take it. We have provisions for special needs candidates, also see below for further information.

What is required for special needs candidates? Any documentation? Do they have any special conditions to take the test?

There are different levels of ‘special needs’:

Special needs involving administrative arrangements only. Usually no additional document is necessary and the mention of special arrangements required in the application form is enough. Examples:

• if the candidate is left handed, an appropriate desk can be provided
• pregnant women can also be interviewed first, to avoid a long time in the waiting room, etc.

Special needs involving the allowance of extra time or the production of modified material, will need to be supported by medical evidence (an original document on headed paper, bearing the name, relevant qualification(s) and signature of a recognised practitioner).Examples:

• dyslexia (additional time may be allowed)
• severe hearing disabilities (special equipment may be allowed)
• visual difficulties (enlarged paper may be provided)
• blind candidates (a Braille version of the test is available)

Please check with the our Exam Services Department for details.