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	Registration details and exam dates

To register, you need to download the IELTS application form. Print this off and complete in blue or black ink. You then need to bring this to our centre in Manama, with two passport photographs, and a passport or Government-issued ID. 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 2009

Test date	Test type	Status
Saturday 7 November 2009	General and Academic	Academic: Available General: Closed
Saturday 21 November 2009	General and Academic	Available
Saturday 5 December 2009	General and Academic	Available
Saturday 12 December 2009	General and Academic	Available

		IELTS Test Dates 2010

Month Day Date Test Module

January Saturday 09/01/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 23/01/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 30/01/2010 Academic ONLY

February Saturday 06/02/2010 Academic ONLY

Saturday 20/02/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 27/02/2010 Academic ONLY

March Saturday 06/03/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 20/03/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 27/03/2010 Academic ONLY

April Saturday 10/04/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 17/04/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 24/04/2010 Academic ONLY

May Saturday 08/05/2010 Academic & General Training

Saturday 15/05/2010 Academic ONLY

Saturday 29/05/2010 Academic ONLY

June Saturday 19/06/2010 Academic ONLY

Saturday 26/06/2010 Academic & General Training

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

For the rest of the year exam dates, please download IELTS Exam Dates 2010 for Bahrain.

		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.

		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.