The Department of Home Affairs is no longer accepting TOEFL iBT scores for visa applications as of July 26, 2023. This is due to a revision of the TOEFL iBT by ETS (Educational Testing Service), which is currently under review by DHA.
What it means:
• If applicants have a valid TOEFL iBT score obtained before July 26, 2023, they can still use it for a visa application.
• If applicants took the TOEFL iBT after July 26, 2023, they will need to consider taking an alternative English proficiency test accepted by DHA for visa purposes.
Accepted alternatives:
• Cambridge English (CAE) (C1 Advanced) (Paper-based test only after Feb 12, 2024)
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Including OSR (One Skill Retake) NOT accepted for subclasses 476, 482, and 485)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)
• Occupational English Test (OET) (for health professionals)
Refer to the DHA website for the latest information on English language visa requirements: here.
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To discuss the latest updates on visa requirements, please get in touch with our expert team at aisupport@absoluteimmigration.com to arrange an online consultation.
