{"id":54975,"date":"2025-07-03T12:55:57","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T02:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/nz\/?p=54975"},"modified":"2025-07-03T13:01:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T03:01:55","slug":"english-language-test-dates-confirmed-for-samoa-and-tonga-in-august-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/nz\/news\/english-language-test-dates-confirmed-for-samoa-and-tonga-in-august-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"English language test dates confirmed for Samoa and Tonga in August 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) has confirmed new General Training test dates in Samoa and Tonga for August 2025. These one-off sessions offer a rare opportunity for prospective migrants from the Pacific Islands to meet the English language requirements for various New Zealand visa categories.<\/p>

Scheduled for 23 August 2025 in Samoa and 29 August 2025 in Tonga, the tests are essential for applicants who must demonstrate functional English skills, particularly those applying for an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) in roles classified at ANZSCO skill level 4 or 5, as well as certain residence visa categories.<\/p>

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Limited test availability \u2013 act quickly<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>

There are no permanent IELTS test centres in Samoa or Tonga. These testing dates have been arranged as one-off pop-up centres, meaning they may be the only sessions available in these locations until late 2025. Anyone intending to apply for a visa requiring proof of English language ability is strongly encouraged to register early to secure a place.<\/p>

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