IELTS UKVI vs IELTS Academic: Key Differences | Forum

The main difference between IELTS UKVI and IELTS Academic lies in their purpose and format. IELTS UKVI is specifically for those applying for UK visas and meets UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) requirements, while IELTS Academic is generally for academic or professional purposes worldwide. Though the test content is similar, IELTS UKVI has extra security measures to meet UK immigration standards.