English Language Test - help please?

In the post by HaloHalo it says the English test is being withdrawn at the providers request, whether that means they are withdrawing it before they are pushed into doing so by the UKBA I don't know. You always think that anything relating to Cambridge English will be legitimate.

I see. At the providers request. Wonder why?

I am becoming very confused.

Pearson seem to be OK, is anyone else still qualified?

Yes. My same thoughts. Are there any providers left?

I believe Pearson are still accepted

Better book Pearson before they change their mind, then!

LOL. Yes.

already did - just in case...

IELTS or Pearson seem the safe options now.

Thanks. I am going to look into IELTS because Kor is rather "computer shy" and whilst her English is fluent she is not at an academic level

The wife did IELTS test at the British Council in Manila as at that time there weren't any tests available in Cebu. If she does the course and still has doubts or lacks confidence, there is additional training materials in the BC provided free. My wife only realised this when she went in for the actual test (training was elsewhere), luckily she felt she could pass.

I think you're doing the right thing tbh. The Pearson test is very academic/scientific. And it's completely done on the computer. My other half's English is very good and he did score well but he found it very daunting. I think the general test is definitely the better option.

Thank you both very much.

My father was a British Council Representative, so I shall demonstrate loyalty to his old firm!

(it was a very different organisation in those distant days, of course)

Hi lizauk regarding to your post where did you take the English test?

Her chap took the Pearson test as my loved one did.

Ohh sorry I just read lizauk posted.i never thought that her boyfriend who's taking the test.lol

Just out of interest. My wife has to retake her test here. As her original test result is no longer valid. It is Cambridege E.S.O.L. Speaking and Listening, so they are providers too. Not sure if they operate in the Philippines. 2 people we know also did the same test for ILR

I am trying to fight my way through the convoluted, user -unfriendly, British Council website in order to find out what Kor has to do to book an IELTS English Language test.

Frankly, the wbole thing resembles an obstacle course - it is infinitely less user friendly than the process required for the TB test - yet surely the object in both cases is simply to ensure that the person taking the test is the right person?

Look at this little lot!

IELTS ONLINE REGISTRATION
Welcome to the British Council IELTS Online Registration and Payment System. Please read the following information carefully before registration.

Registration Checklist
Before proceeding to registration, please have the following contents available
1.A valid ID document or passport. On the test day, you must bring the same form of ID document that you indicate on your application form.
2.Soft copy of your recent photo. [ Sample and specifications ]
3.A copy of your previous IELTS test report if you have taken IELTS before.
4.A valid VISA card or MasterCard for online payment.
5.Soft copy of an image of your ID document or passport. [ Sample and specifications ]

Important Notes:
1.Your have to complete the whole registration process including online paymentwithin 30 minutes. The time slot you hold will be automatically released after 30 minutes if we cannot receive your payment.
2.The current IELTS test fee is PHP 8,986.00.
3.Places are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
4.The application will only be processed with all the necessary contents.
5.No refund will be made for cancellation of examinations under any circumstances.
6.IELTS is not recommended for candidates under the age of 16.

Changes of Test Date
Change of test date is not permitted unless on medical grounds and should be supported by medical proof dated on the examination day. Candidates have to put such requests in writing within three working days after the test.

Special Circumstances
Our centre makes every effort to cater for special needs of any disabled candidates, to enable them to best understand questions and tasks and give their answers. It is our aim for the language level of all candidates, irrespective of disability, to be assessed fairly and objectively.

Candidates who require special arrangements are asked to contact us (telephone: +632 555 3000) before registration. Relevant supporting materials (medical certificates) should be submitted during registration.

I do not need any special arrangement for the test.

I'm afraid everything to do with the visa process is convoluted and over complicated, all obstacles that you will navigate around or over to get your loved one on the aeroplane to the UK.