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PTE test centres in the UK: choose the right test first
Find a PTE test centre in the UK and understand when PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI or PTE Home applies.
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A UK PTE-centre search is really a test-type search. Pearson says PTE Academic is for degree-level study, PTE Academic UKVI is for certain UK work-visa and below-degree study routes, and PTE Home is for specified two-skill visa routes. Check the requirements of your exact university or visa route before searching for a time slot.
Why the centre matters for UKVI
If your visa application requires a Secure English Language Test, you need a centre that offers the appropriate PTE test for UK Visas & Immigration. Do not assume a standard PTE Academic appointment will provide the reference your visa route needs.
Book in this order
- Read the current requirement from the university, sponsor or GOV.UK guidance.
- Choose the matching PTE product.
- Use Pearson’s live finder to see eligible UK centres, fees and slots.
- Read the confirmation carefully and arrive with the required identity documents.
Use Pearson’s UK page to check the correct test and centre options.
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