We run IELTS at four venues across Kuwait. Every centre delivers the same computer-delivered IELTS, pick the location that is closest to you and book in minutes.
As the official IDP IELTS test centre in Kuwait, we cover Kuwait City and the suburbs from four locations. All test types (Academic, General Training, and UKVI) are available on computer at each venue. Life Skills is only available at the IDP office in Salmiya.
IELTS in Salmiya
Main centre
IDP Office
9th Floor, Dalal Complex, Salem Al Mubarak Street
Our main centre, inside the IDP office on the 9th floor of Dalal Complex on Salem Al Mubarak Street, the heart of Salmiya. Computer-delivered IELTS Academic, General Training, UKVI and Life Skills.
In Sharq, central Kuwait City, convenient for the capital and the surrounding business districts. The same computer-delivered IELTS, with results in 2 to 5 days.
On the coast at Abu Halifa, close to Mahboula, Mangaf and the Ahmadi Governorate, a convenient option for the south of Kuwait. Computer-delivered IELTS.
Fees, venues, test types, dates and results — the essentials before you book.
How much does the IELTS test cost in Kuwait?
The standard IELTS test fee in Kuwait is KWD 106 for computer-delivered IELTS Academic, General Training and IELTS for UKVI. IELTS One Skill Retake — resitting a single section (Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking) — is KWD 67. Book and pay securely by KNET, card or Apple Pay at ielts.com.kw.
Where can I take the IELTS test in Kuwait?
IDP IELTS Kuwait runs official test sessions at four venues: IDP Education in Salmiya, Prime Student Services in Kuwait City, Strive Education in Sabah Al Salem, and Box Hill College in Abu Halifa. You choose your venue when you book at ielts.com.kw.
Which IELTS tests can I take in Kuwait?
IDP IELTS Kuwait offers IELTS Academic, IELTS General Training, IELTS for UKVI, IELTS Life Skills, and IELTS One Skill Retake — all computer-delivered. Academic is for university study, General Training for migration and work, and UKVI for UK visa purposes. Not sure which you need? Free guidance is available before you book.
How do I register for IELTS in Kuwait?
Register online at ielts.com.kw: choose your test type, date and venue, then pay by KNET, card or Apple Pay. You will receive confirmation with your test details. Bring the same valid ID (passport or Civil ID) you registered with on test day.
When are IELTS test dates available in Kuwait?
Computer-delivered IELTS sessions run multiple times a month, year-round, across our four Kuwait venues. See the live calendar and book your preferred slot at ielts.com.kw.
How quickly do I get my IELTS results in Kuwait?
With computer-delivered IELTS your results are typically available in 1–5 days, far faster than paper-based testing. You can view your Test Report Form (TRF) online and send your scores to universities and institutions electronically. Results are valid for two years.
Is computer-delivered IELTS the same as the paper test?
Yes — computer-delivered IELTS has the same questions, format, timing, scoring and difficulty as paper-based IELTS; only the delivery differs. It is marked to the identical band scale and accepted everywhere IELTS is, with the advantage of more test dates and much faster results. All sittings at IDP IELTS Kuwait are computer-delivered.