OET

No, not everyone accepts OET at Home. You absolutely must check your specific professional board. For instance, see what the NMC in the UK or state boards in the US say before you pay. Acceptance rules change fast; check the official OET website first.

You must use a valid Passport. It is the best ID. The ID you use for booking must be the same one you bring to the OET exam test center.

OET Exam and IELTS Exam are both popular English proficiency tests. OET is only for healthcare workers, while IELTS is for general or academic use. Many people find OET easier because the topics are related to their medical field only. However, IELTS covers a wider range of topics. It depends on your background.

There are multiple sources to buy authentic books for OET preparation. These sources provide reviews of books. It helps you to decide which books are most preferred by aspirants. Amazon and offline book market are best places.

If you have completed your medical studies and have a good command of English, two months is generally sufficient for OET preparation. If your vocabulary is weak start preparation early.

If you want to postpone your OET date, you can do it easily. Log on to your account and select your bookings option. Click on Defer and then Change Test Date option. You may have to pay a fee also.

Here is the list of countries which accept OET exam scores for healthcare registration, employment, and immigration purposes

• Australia
• New Zealand
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Canada
• Ireland
• Singapore
• Dubai (UAE)
• Namibia
• Ukraine

Book your OET test 2026 dates early.

Paper-based exams require you to register at least 24 days in advance, while computer-based tests allow you to book up to 7 days before the actual test date.

Test centers often fill up very quickly.

OET is recognised as proof of English Language proficiency by health regulators across Australia, Canada, Ireland, Maldives, Malta, Namibia, New Zealand, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and the United States of America.

The OET is designed for 12 specific healthcare professions and candidates belonging to a similar discipline are advised to take the exam. As part of the OET Exam Pattern, the exam requires candidates to solve healthcare scenarios during the English and Communication Skills tests.