Douala (Japoma)
Japoma, 100 m from Carrefour Nyalla Château, on the road to Japoma, Douala.
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 9pm
Saturday and Sunday: 9am – 7pm
IELTS preparation in Douala, before you book your test
You have a university offer, a professional registration or an immigration file waiting for an IELTS score. The test itself is run in Douala by the British Council; the month before it is where you can still make a difference.
IELTS test dates in Douala
Booking the exam itself
The IELTS is run in Douala by the British Council, on computer, at several venues in the city. The up-to-date list of venues, the dates and the booking are all on the official websites:
Official sources checked on 2 October 2026. No exam fees or dates are published on this page.
The course in Japoma
One month, four skills, real timing
Listening, reading, writing and speaking, practised in the exact IELTS format and against the clock. Writing tasks come back with written feedback; speaking is practised face to face, the way the examiner will run it.
Groups of eight learners at most. The free English level test gives you a starting point before you pick a realistic test date.
Prices
- IELTS preparation in Douala50 000 FCFA
+ 10 000 FCFA registration fee (one-time)
1 month
Address and opening hoursDouala, Littoral region
Where the course takes place
IELTS in Douala: your questions
When are the IELTS test dates in Douala?
The British Council publishes them on its booking site and updates them through the year. We deliberately do not copy dates onto this page, so you never rely on an outdated one.
Where is the IELTS exam held in Douala?
The British Council runs the computer-delivered test at several venues across the city. The current list of venues is on the official ielts.org test centre search.
How do I book the IELTS in Douala?
On the British Council Cameroon website: you pick the module, the venue and the date, and pay there. We do not sell exam places.
Should I take Academic or General Training?
Ask the organisation that will receive your score. Universities and professional bodies usually want Academic; most immigration routes to Canada, Australia, New Zealand or the UK use General Training.
How much is IELTS preparation in Douala?
50 000 FCFA for one month, plus a one-time 10 000 FCFA registration fee. The exam fee itself is paid to the British Council.
Does the course guarantee a band score?
No. No course can promise a band. What we do is train you on the real format, under timed conditions, so you reach your best level on the day.
Getting ready for the IELTS in Douala?
Message us on WhatsApp, we reply within the hour during opening times.
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