What to Bring on Test Day
We will require all test takers to wear face masks to test sittings. You must wear a mask upon arrival at the test center and must keep it on while taking the test, including the Speaking component. You can bring either a disposable mask or a cloth face covering. We reserve the right to refuse entry if you are not wearing a mask.
1. Valid Photo Identification
On test day, you must bring the original, valid identification that you used to register for the test, and you must present this identification at check-in. If the identification document that you bring with you on test day does not meet the following requirements, you will not be allowed to take the test, and you will not be able to transfer your test or receive a refund.
Your Identification Document must remain the same
Your identification document must be the same one you used to register for the test. It must match the registration details you entered during registration, including full name and document number.
Your Identification Document must be original
Your identification document must be original. Photocopies or scans of identification are not acceptable.
Your Identification Document must be valid
Your identification document must be valid in order for it to be accepted. Invalid identification documents must be renewed before registering for a test.
Your Identification Document must be unexpired
Your identification document must be valid in order for it to be accepted. Invalid identification documents must be renewed before registering for a test.
What kinds of photo identification are accepted for the CELPIP Tests?
Test Location For IRCC Purposes (Permanent Residency & Citizenship Applications)For Non-IRCC Purposes Canada
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
- Canadian Permanent Resident Card
- Canadian Refugee Protection Claimant Document*
- US Passport Card
Same IDs +
- Canadian provincial driver’s license
- Canadian provincial identification card (excluding health cards)
- Certificate of Indian Status
US
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
- US Passport Card
Same IDs +
- Canadian provincial driver’s license
- Canadian provincial identification card (excluding health cards)
UAE
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
- Emirates ID
Same IDsChina
- Passport Booklet*
- Refugee Travel Document
- China Resident ID Card
*British National Overseas Passport is not accepted
Same IDs India
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
Nigeria
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
Philippines
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
Singapore
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
Republic of Korea
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
Australia
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
United Kingdom
- Passport Booklet
- Refugee Travel Document
Same IDs
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2. Test Confirmation Email
Once registered, you will be emailed a test confirmation email. Make sure to bring a digital or print copy of the email with you to the test sitting.
The test confirmation email will include the following information:
Registration Number
Your test confirmation email will include your test registration number.
Your Name
Check the name on the test confirmation email to make sure that it is spelled exactly the same as on your identification.
Sitting Information
Check carefully the address of the testing center, and the date and time of the test.
Identification Requirements
Information about what identification documents you are required to bring on test day.
