New Zealand today announced on Dec 7 will accept the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Single Proficiency Test option. The IELTS One Skill Retake allows candidates to retake one of the four skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking) if they do not achieve the required score for that skill the first time. 

New Zealand has recognized that it is a valid and reliable way of assessing English language skills when meeting the strict requirements for immigration to New Zealand.

You can take the test at selected IELTS test centers around the world. Candidates who choose the IELTS One Skill test will receive a second Test Report Form (TRF) with updated scores that can be used to study and leave. Based on their score, candidates can choose whether to use the old TRF or the new TRF for repetitive skills.

Currently, IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted by more than 900 organizations including UK Visas and Immigration, the Australian Department of Home Affairs, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and National Boards, Engineers Australia and Chartered Accountants ANZ for registration in their respective sectors and more.

“At IELTS, we continuously strive to evolve our offerings to meet the dynamic needs of our test-takers and the institutions that rely on our assessments. The acceptance of IELTS One Skill Retake by Immigration New Zealand is a testament to the quality and adaptability of our testing system. This progressive step allows applicants to refine specific language skills, providing a more tailored approach to demonstrating English language proficiency,” said Warwick Freeland, Managing Director – IELTS, IDP Education.