PTE · Canada
Whether PTE Academic is accepted for Canada— and the score you need — depends on what you're doing (study, a visa, or professional registration). Honest, sourced answers below.
Important distinction: for Canadian economic immigration (Express Entry), IRCC accepts PTE Core — NOT PTE Academic — approved since 30 January 2024 (e.g. the Federal Skilled Worker Program needs roughly CLB 7). PTE Academic is used for Canadian study, accepted by many institutions and the study-permit stream.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
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