Australia Expands Approved English Tests: Unlock Your Path with TOEFL iBT!

Australia TOEFLAustralia is expanding its list of approved English tests for visa applicants, from five to nine, starting August 7, 2025. With TOEFL iBT still firmly on the list, you now have more options than ever, but why not choose the test trusted by top universities and visa authorities worldwide?

What’s New?

Starting August 7, 2025, secure test‑centre scores from these nine tests are now accepted:

  • Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE)

  • CELPIP General

  • IELTS (Academic & General, including One‑Skill Retake)

  • LanguageCert Academic Test

  • Michigan English Test (MET, including Single Section Retake)

  • Occupational English Test (OET)

  • PTE Academic

  • TOEFL iBT

Previous tests taken on or before August 6, 2025 remain valid (for most visa subclasses) for up to 3 years—until early to mid‑2028—so you still have time to apply with earlier scores.

What This Means for You - And Why TOEFL Still Counts

  • Flexibility: With nine options now on the table, you get to pick a test that suits your strengths, budget, or scheduling preferences.

  • TOEFL iBT remains a top choice: Still fully accepted by Australia, TOEFL gives you a competitive edge across global university admissions—not just for visas.

Quick Tips Just for You:

  1. Confirm the visa subclass you're applying for and its required English proficiency level - Functional through Superior—before choosing a test.

  2. TOEFL iBT scores from now on (post‑August 7, 2025) are fully valid, no interruptions!

  3. Still toying with timing? If you have a valid TOEFL iBT score from on or before August 6, 2025, you may still use it (depending on visa rules). But don’t wait too long, sooner is always better.

Ready to Book Your TOEFL iBT Test?

Great idea! You’re already building momentum, and the TOEFL’s global reputation means confidence for your visa and study plans. Get started here:

👉 Check upcoming TOEFL iBT test dates
👉 Find TOEFL iBT test locations near you

In summary: Australia’s new policy gives you more pathways - but TOEFL iBT remains among the most trusted and universally recognized options. Whether you're booking test dates or scouting locations, you’re one step closer to making your international dreams a reality. You’ve got this—let’s get that score over the finish line!