What is the cancellation and refund policy for IELTS tests currently?

Here's what I learned when I booked my IELTS with the British Council: cancellation and refund rules vary by center and country, so always check the exact policy in your booking email and on the center's site. If you cancel 4, 5 weeks before the test, you usually get a refund minus an admin fee; canceling closer to the date often means no refund, but you can usually reschedule for a new date by paying a fee. For medical issues or visa delays, some centers offer a waiver if you provide official documentation. In my case, I canceled 5 weeks out because of a sudden work clash. I did it through the online portal, got a written confirmation, and received a refund minus the admin fee after a short processing window. The reschedule option saved me future testing hassle, though it came with a new deadline. Tips: save screenshots of the policy, keep the confirmation emails, note the deadlines, and call the center if anything looks unclear. If you're unsure, ask for the exact policy for your country before you book.

Center-specific; check your booking email. Most offer a refund minus admin fee for early cancellations and a paid reschedule option.