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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I enrol for a Cambridge ESOL examination?
How do I pay for my examination?
When do I have to pay for the examination?
Where do I have to send payment for the exam?
Can I choose any day for my Speaking Test?
Can I choose any venue to take my examination?
When should I arrive at the examination venue?
What must I remember to take with me to the examination?
What must I do if my name is spelt wrong on my Statement of Entry?
When do I use pen and/or pencil?
Can I use a dictionary or spell checker during the examination?
Can I use Tippex/correction fluid in the exam?
What happens if I cannot take the examination because of illness?
If I cannot take the examination, do I get my money back?
Can I take my mobile phone or pager into the examination?
Can I take my bag and coat into the examination?
Can I eat, drink or smoke during the examination?
What books can I use to study for my Cambridge ESOL examination?
How can I enrol for a Cambridge ESOL examination?
You can register through the school in which you are taking a preparation course, or print out a registration form from www.cambridgeopencentre.org/
How do I pay for my examination?
You must pay by personal cheque or postal order made payable to:
'Cambridge Open' for FCE, CAE and CPE exams
'Cambridge Open Pet' for PET, KET and BEC exams.
When do I have to pay for the examination?
You must send payment for the examination with your completed registration form.
Where do I have to send payment for the exam?
You should send payment with your completed enrolment form to the
Cambridge Open Centre, 149 Hill Crest, Bar Hill, Cambridge CB23 8TH.
Can I choose any day for my Speaking Test?
No. The Cambridge Open Centre will specify on which day your Speaking Test will take place.
Can I choose any venue to take my examination?
No. The Cambridge Open Centre will inform you where your examination will take place.
When should I arrive at the examination venue?
You must always arrive at least 30 minutes before all examinations.
What must I remember to take with me to the examination?
You must take the following with you to the examination:
Statement of Entry
Pencil case (containing pencils, pen, rubber and sharpener.)
You must also take with you your Passport or Identity Card (if you do not have suitable ID please download the Proof of Identity form. Complete this form and take it with you to your examination and hand it to the Supervisor.)
Download Proof of Identity Form (23K)
Download Proof of Identity Form (23K)
What must I do if my name is spelt wrong on my Statement of Entry?
You should inform the Supervisor as soon as you arrive at your Speaking examination.
When do I use pen and/or pencil?
Look at the table below (please remember to take a B or HB pencil and eraser).
| Paper | KET/PET | FCE | CAE | CPE | BEC(P) | BEC(V) | BEC (H) |
| Reading | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil |
| Writing/ Comprehension | Pencil | Pen | Pen | Pen | Pencil | Pen | Pen |
| Use of English | -- | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | -- | -- | -- |
| Listening | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil | Pencil |
Can I use a dictionary or spell checker during the examination?
No.
Can I use Tippex/correction fluid in the exam?
The only papers where correction fluid may be used are the Writing papers FCE Paper 2, CAE Paper 2 and CPE Paper 2.
What happens if I cannot take the examination because of illness?
If a candidate withdraws the entry on medical grounds or misses the examination because of illness, the Cambridge Open Centre will make a full refund of the University Fee portion of the total fee (approximately half of the total fee). A request for refund must be sent to our office within seven days after the exam which must include:
A medical statement in ENGLISH stating the medical reasons why the candidate was unable to sit the examination
Details of where the partial refund should be sent
Unfortunately it is not possible to transfer the examination fee to a later session as all preparations have been made for the candidate to sit the examination at that session. The Local Fee is therefore used to cover the local preparations costs.
If I cannot take the examination, do I get my money back?
If you can provide official documentation such as a doctor's certificate which states the reason you cannot or could not take the examination, you will be refunded a portion of the fees.
Can I take my mobile phone or pager into the examination?
No.
Can I take my bag and coat into the examination?
You may take your bag and/or coat into the examination room but you must put them in the designated area as instructed by the Supervisor. You must not have a bag or coat near your chair or desk.
Can I eat, drink or smoke during the examination?
No.
What books can I use to study for my Cambridge ESOL examination?
If you are looking for books and materials to help in preparation for Cambridge ESOL examinations please view the link below.
