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TOEFL iBT®

The premier test of academic English communication

What to Expect When You Test at a Test Center

Get ready for your test at an authorized TOEFL iBT test center.

 

ID Requirements and Test Center Procedures

Be sure to review the ID Requirements and read the TOEFL iBT® Information Bulletin (PDF) for complete information on prohibited items, check-in procedures and testing procedures, so you’ll know exactly what to expect on test day.

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A Preview of Test Day

Learn more about:

  • Checking in and showing your ID
  • Test security procedures
  • Using your headset and microphone
  • Taking the test
  • Viewing your Reading and Listening scores
  • Receiving your official score date
  • The option to cancel your scores

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Double-check your appointment details

One day (24 hours) before your appointment, sign in to your ETS account to confirm there are no changes to your registration details (e.g., a different time or building than originally scheduled).

 

A note about test security

Test security is very important to ETS. There are policies and procedures that test centers must follow to ensure the test is administered fairly and securely. If you fail to follow the instructions of the test center staff, you won't be permitted to test, and your test fee won't be refunded. Any violation of security procedures during the test or during a break may result in dismissal from the test center and/or cancellation of your test scores. You can review all the security policies and procedures in the Bulletin.