The answer to this question will vary depending on your reason for taking the exam. Luckily, it is very easy to find out what score you need.
If you need to take the exam to apply for a scholarship or further education, you should contact the school or university of your choice. Most universities include this information on their website. You can also find the IELTS Guide to Studying in the UK here.
If you’re taking the IELTS test for emigration purposes, you will find the score you need by contacting the immigration authorities of the country that you would like to move to.
To find out the score you need for work or promotion purposes, you will need to contact your employer.
