IELTS has changed the lives of tens of millions of people around the world. Now you can be a part of it too.

IELTS Affiliate Partners are entities we work with to encourage them to refer their IELTS test takers to our British Council IELTS test centres. These partners play a valuable role in helping us open learning and migration opportunities for applicants in over 140 countries around the world.

Our affiliate partners may be agents, advisers, counsellors, corporations, universities, schools, colleges, content creators, teachers, ed-tech providers, or online community managers; in short, any entity that has a connection with people who are learning English in order to pursue their learning, career, or migration ambitions.

Find out how to maximise your audience and unlock your earning potential as an IELTS affiliate and receive a recurring commission for each transaction.

• IELTS is accepted and recognised by educational institutions and governments all around the world.
• Backed by the trusted British Council, becoming an IELTS affiliate is a huge opportunity for skilled affiliate marketers.
• Making successful referrals is simply a matter of connecting the right message with the right audience.

Who can be an affiliate  

• Online platforms and providers: Community managers who engage with audiences interested in higher education, language preparation, global migration, and employment opportunities.
• Educational institutions:  Education and language preparation providers such as universities, schools, language schools
• Recruitment and employment services: Organisations supporting health care sectors in recruiting global workforce.
• Online forums and Q&A platforms: Provide expert guidance to seekers interested in higher education, language preparation, global migration, and employment opportunities.

You must be 18 years or above, have the legal right to work in your country of residence and be able to legally enter into the agreement on behalf of the organisation you represent. 

How our IELTS affiliate programme works

1. Get onboarded

   Once you apply and qualify as an IELTS affiliate, you will be welcomed aboard as a commercial partner and given all the resources, links and support you need to get started.

2. Start promoting IELTS

   You’ll start promoting British Council IELTS to your audiences and network using your unique affiliate links and resources.

3. Follow your success

   Track engagement and key metrics from your promotional endeavours.

4. Be rewarded for your efforts

   Earn a referral fee for qualifying bookings of IELTS.