Speaking tests

Before the test

Check the date, time and address of your exam. Your centre will send you this information. If you have any questions, contact your centre before the day of the test.

Remember to check how long it will take you to travel to the venue.

Get to the venue early. Follow the directions to find the waiting area or go to reception and ask for directions.

What to bring to the test

Bring your identification (ID), for example a passport or national ID card. It must be the original document with your photo and it must be valid on the day of your exam.

Do not bring food or drink in the exam room (apart from a clear plastic bottle of water).

On the test day

Turn off your mobile phone/electronic items when you arrive at the venue. 

Your centre will take your photo on the test day for B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency exams and in some cases will note your passport or ID number in our systems. These steps are very important if you want to use your result for immigration or higher education purposes in the future. If you are taking C1 Advanced in Asia, Australasia or Africa your centre must upload a test day photo or you will not receive a result.

The supervisor will:

• check your ID
• give you your mark sheet (please do not fold it)
• tell you where to wait, and take you to the test room.

Follow the instructions and wait quietly for your test.

Your supervisor will tell you where to put your bag during the test.

If you have any questions or problems, tell the supervisor immediately.

At the end of the test

Please leave quietly.

You must not speak to other candidates waiting to do their test.