PTE Exam Fee in UAE & GCC (2026): Dubai Costs, VAT & Centre Locations

Candidates across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries take PTE Academic for international university admissions, professional registration, and migration to Australia, Canada, and the UK. With multiple centres across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and Doha, knowing the exact current fee and tax requirements ensures smooth booking.

Official PTE test fees in the GCC (2026 schedule)

• United Arab Emirates (UAE): AED 1,150 (inclusive of 5% UAE VAT, approximately USD 313).
• Saudi Arabia: SAR 1,050 (inclusive of 15% KSA VAT).
• Qatar: QAR 1,020.
• Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman: USD 220 to USD 240 depending on local payment processing.

Authorised test centre locations in the UAE

Pearson operates authorised test venues in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. In Dubai, popular test centres are located in Dubai Knowledge Park, Al Barsha, and Deira. In Abu Dhabi, test centres are located on Al Reem Island and Musaffah. Weekend morning slots (Saturday and Sunday) fill quickly, so book at least two weeks in advance.

Reschedule and refund guidelines for UAE bookings

• Reschedule 14 or more calendar days before the test date: free of charge via your myPTE portal.
• Cancel 14 or more calendar days before the test date: full refund.
• Cancel between 8 and 13 days before the test: 50% refund.
• Cancel 7 days or fewer before the test: no refund.

An unprepared exam attempt risks losing AED 1,150. Benchmarking your performance with a full mock test beforehand helps ensure you only book when your required score is within reach.