Which Australian cities have CELPIP test centres?

CELPIP is available in 5 Australian cities: Sydney (3 centres), Melbourne (Melbourne International Graduate College), Brisbane (ILSC Brisbane), Adelaide (Adelaide Test Center), and Perth (ILSC Perth). Exact addresses are displayed when you book at celpip.ca.

How much does the CELPIP test cost in Australia?

The CELPIP General test costs approximately AUD $355 at Australian test centres. For comparison, the fee in Canada is CAD $299 plus tax. Payment is made online at celpip.ca when you book your seat.

How far in advance should I book my CELPIP test in Australia?

Registration technically stays open until 1 business day before the test, but seats in Melbourne and Sydney often fill 2-3 weeks ahead, especially before skilled migration invitation rounds. Booking 3-4 weeks in advance gives you a comfortable margin and time to practice.

What ID do I need on CELPIP test day in Australia?

A valid passport is the only accepted identification for CELPIP tests taken outside Canada and the US. It must be the same passport used during registration and must be valid (not expired) on test day.

Can I take CELPIP outside Australia and use it for an Australian visa?

Yes. Australia's Department of Home Affairs accepts in-person CELPIP General results from any secure test centre worldwide, including Canada, India, the Philippines, the UAE, and the US. Only CELPIP Online is excluded. You can test in your home country before moving to Australia.

CELPIP Test Centres in Australia

CELPIP is available in 5 Australian cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth. Weekend dates available, results in 3-4 business days.

Prepare Before Your Test

CELPIP Locations City by City

All centres deliver the same in-person, computer-based CELPIP General test accepted by Australia's Department of Home Affairs. Book any of them at celpip.ca.

Sydney

New South Wales

3 test centres

The largest CELPIP hub in Australia with three centres, so Sydney typically offers the most frequent test dates, including weekends. Exact addresses are shown during booking at celpip.ca.

Melbourne

Victoria

Melbourne International Graduate College

Centrally located and well served by public transport. Weekend sittings are common, but seats fill quickly around skilled migration invitation rounds, so book 2-3 weeks ahead.

Brisbane

Queensland

ILSC Brisbane

Queensland's only CELPIP centre, hosted at ILSC Brisbane in the city centre. Candidates from the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast typically test here.

Adelaide

South Australia

Adelaide Test Center

Serves South Australia, a popular state for subclass 190 and 491 nominations. Fewer sittings than Sydney or Melbourne, so plan your date early.

Perth

Western Australia

ILSC Perth

Western Australia's CELPIP centre, hosted at ILSC Perth. The most convenient option for candidates pursuing WA state nomination.

~AUD $355

Test Cost

Available

Weekend Dates

Passport

Required ID

3-4 Days

Results In

How to Register, Step by Step

Booking takes about 10 minutes from account creation to a confirmed seat.

Create an account at celpip.ca

Choose CELPIP-General

Australia only accepts in-person CELPIP-General. CELPIP-General LS and CELPIP Online are not valid for Australian visas.

Select your city and date

Pick Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, or Perth, then choose from available dates. Registration closes 1 business day before the test.

Pay the fee

Approximately AUD $355. Payment confirms your seat instantly and you receive a confirmation email with the exact centre address.

Prepare and show up early

Arrive 30-45 minutes before your sitting with your passport. Practice beforehand so the computer-based format feels familiar.

Not sure what scores to aim for before booking? See the CELPIP score requirements for Australia.

Test Day Tips

What to bring and what to expect at your Australian CELPIP sitting.

Bring a valid passport. For tests taken outside Canada and the US, it is the only accepted ID.
Arrive 30-45 minutes early for check-in, ID verification, and seating.
Personal items (phones, watches, notes) are stored outside the test room.
The full test runs about 3 hours in one sitting with no scheduled break, so eat beforehand.
Headsets and keyboards are provided; you can adjust volume during the Listening section.
Results are typically released online within 3-4 business days.

New to CELPIP for Australia? Start with the complete Australia guide or read which Australian visas accept CELPIP. Then check the score requirements for your visa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CELPIP locations and booking in Australia

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