An English test result does not last forever for every purpose. Many organisations only accept results from a recent test, and some rules depend on the date you sat the test rather than the date you apply.
These articles explain how long IELTS, PTE and OET results can be used for visas, registration and study, and what to do if your result is close to its end date.
English test results before August 2025 may be used for Australian visas until 6 August 2028. Which PTE minimums apply, and the dates to check first.
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PTE score requirements for Australia changed for tests from 7 August 2025. See the new minimums skill by skill, who can use old results and what to do now.
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