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Information for All Test Takers
To gain entry to a test center, you must present a valid, acceptable ID that includes a signature and recent photograph Expired IDs are not accepted, and the photograph must be current and clearly recognizable Only original documents are permitted; photocopies will not be accepted.
Identification requirements are strictly enforced It is your responsibility to read and understand the instructions and requirements.
• If you don’t have one primary ID with both a photograph and a signature, you may present two primary government-issued
• If you arrive at the test center without the required identification, the test administrator will not admit you, you cannot take the test,
When registering for a test session, ensure you use the exact full name that appears on your primary identification document, including your given name and family name Avoid registering under a nickname or incorrect name, as any mismatch between your ID and registration will prevent participation Double-check your registration confirmation to verify the name matches your ID, and contact your local EPN member if there are discrepancies Accurate name registration is crucial for a smooth testing experience and adherence to exam policies.
Name corrections are only allowed for misspellings at check-in; name changes, including marriage, cannot be made If your name has changed, you must present primary identification matching the name under which you registered, or you will not be permitted to participate in the test session.
• If the test center administrator questions the ID you present, you will be required to present additional proof of identity.
If you cannot provide positive confirmation, you may be denied admission to the test center and lose your test fee Admission does not guarantee valid identification or that your scores will be reported All cases of questionable ID are subject to review and approval by the ETS Office of Testing Integrity or your local EPN member, ensuring compliance with testing standards.
Test center staff will verify your identification before assigning you a seat, ensuring that your photo ID matches your signature This verification process is essential for maintaining exam security and confirming your identity during the test Make sure to bring valid government-issued identification to facilitate a smooth check-in process.
• The photograph on your ID document must be recent and recognizable For example, a ten-year-old photograph taken during childhood is not acceptable.
• Passport with photograph and signature
• Driver’s license with photograph and signature
• State identification with photograph and signature
• National identification with photograph and signature
• Military identification with photograph and signature
If your primary ID lacks a photograph or signature, you must provide a secondary ID that includes the missing element to meet identification requirements A secondary ID must be presented alongside your primary ID and should contain either a photograph or signature, depending on what is missing Acceptable secondary IDs include forms of identification that verify your identity by providing the necessary photograph or signature, ensuring compliance with verification standards.
A valid government-issued identification document, such as a passport, driver’s license, state ID, national ID, or military ID, is required and must be unexpired However, certain exceptions apply, so please refer to the section on "Unacceptable Identification" for specific details.
• Credit or debit card of any kind
• Learner’s permit or any temporary identification document
• Notary-prepared letter or document
If you cannot meet the specified ID requirements or if you have questions about ID, please contact your local EPN member before registering for the test(s).
If Testing WITHIN Your Country of Citizenship
Only one form of primary ID is needed if your primary ID document contains a photograph and signature Please see the list of acceptable primary
ID documents on this page However, if the test administrator has any concerns about the primary
ID document, you will be required to present a secondary ID from the list on this page.
If your primary ID does not contain your signature, you must either sign the document or present an additional ID from the list of secondary identification.
The secondary ID must be valid and include a recent, recognizable photograph along with your signature If you lack a secondary ID with a photo and signature, you are required to provide two primary ID documents that include a photograph.
If Testing OUTSIDE Your Country of Citizenship
Presenting your passport as the primary identification document is essential for accurate reporting of your test scores, especially for citizens of the European Union, Schengen Zone, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Arab Countries, or Mercosur Countries Failure to meet this requirement may result in your test scores not being officially reported, so ensure you comply with these identification guidelines to avoid any processing issues.
If your passport is not written in English-language letters, you must also present an additional ID from the list of secondary identification documents (see
“Acceptable Secondary Identification Documents” on this page) that contains a recent, recognizable photograph and is in English.
If your passport lacks your signature, you are required to either sign your passport or provide an additional form of identification from the list of acceptable secondary ID documents For more information, see the section titled “Acceptable Secondary Identification Documents.”
United States military personnel can use their military ID cards for admission to test centers If the military ID does not include a photograph and signature, a secondary ID must also be presented.
Testing in European Union/Schengen
Zone/Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
Arab Countries or Mercosur Countries
If you are testing in a European Union, Schengen
If you are traveling to a country in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Mercosur, or another Arab State outside your residence, you can use a valid national or European identity card for identification Ensure the ID includes your name, a recent recognizable photograph, date of birth, and signature; otherwise, a supplementary ID will be required.
The following procedures and regulations apply during the entire test session, which begins when you are admitted to the test center and ends when you leave the test center.
• Dress so that you can adapt to any room temperature.
Friends or relatives accompanying you to the test center are not allowed to wait inside or contact you during the test session, except for specific circumstances outlined by the testing authority.
ETS-authorized observers, visitors are not allowed in the testing room while testing is in progress.
ID verification at the test center may involve biometric measures such as thumbprinting, photographing, video recording, and signature comparison, using electronic identification methods Refusing to participate in these verification procedures will result in disqualification from testing and forfeiture of the test fee Additionally, candidates are required to present acceptable and valid ID to complete the registration process.
Personal items, aside from identification, are not permitted in the testing room Test center staff will provide instructions on where to store items like mobile phones, pagers, handbags, and study materials before the exam Storage space is limited, so plan accordingly, as you'll have no access to your personal belongings during the test.
• Test centers assume no responsibility for test takers’ personal belongings
• The test administrator will assign you a seat.
Occasionally, unforeseen weather conditions or other circumstances beyond ETS or the test administrator’s control may lead to a delayed start or rescheduling of your test session If a technical issue at the test center results in cancellation or prevents score reporting, you will be offered a free retest or a full refund of the original test fee.
• No test taker will be admitted after testing has started.
• Books, dictionaries, outside papers or notes, rulers, calculators, watch alarms, mobile phones, listening, recording, scanning or photographic devices are not permitted in the test room.
Using any aids during the test, such as pens, mechanical pencils, scan pens, calculators, smartwatches, books, notes, or electronic devices, is strictly prohibited This includes unauthorized scratch paper, rulers, highlighters, radios with headphones, cell phones, translation tools, and recording or photographic devices, ensuring a fair testing environment and maintaining exam integrity.
• Unauthorized paper of any kind is not permitted in the testing room.
To ensure exam integrity, test center administrators must grant permission before a candidate can leave the testing room Candidates are strictly prohibited from leaving the immediate testing area or the test center building during the test session or any unscheduled breaks It's important to note that any lost time due to early departure cannot be compensated for afterward, emphasizing the importance of adhering to testing schedules and protocols.
To take the test, you must sign a confidentiality statement, either electronically or on paper, at the test center Failure to sign the statement will prevent you from testing, and the test fee will not be refunded.
• Your picture may be taken and reproduced at your testing station Be sure the correct photograph is displayed on your assigned testing station.
• If you need to leave your seat at any time, raise your hand; timing of the test will not stop.
• If at any time during a test you have a problem with your computer or for any reason need the administrator, raise your hand.
• Testing premises are subject to video recording.
• There is no scheduled break during the
The TOEIC Bridge® Speaking and Writing tests require test takers to present valid identification documents to the test center administrator before leaving the testing room If you need to exit during the exam, it is mandatory to provide your ID to ensure proper identification and security Adhering to these procedures helps maintain test integrity and smooth processing of your results.
Despite strict supervision and security protocols during testing, irregularities can sometimes happen If you notice any suspicious behavior that could affect the validity of test scores, promptly contact your local EPN member to report the issue.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
• Copying from another test taker
• Taking the test(s) for another person
• Having access to test questions before the test(s)
• Providing answers to the test(s), including proctors and administrators
• Taking test questions or answers out of a testing room
• Accessing or using unauthorized notes
All information will remain strictly confidential.
Web: www.ets.org/security Email: ReportCheating@toeic.org Phone: 609-406-5430
A test administrator has the authority to dismiss you from a test session, with your scores potentially being withheld or canceled, and your test fee forfeited if you violate the policies and procedures outlined in this document or communicated at the test center Actions such as misconduct or cheating may result in these penalties, emphasizing the importance of adhering to testing guidelines to ensure a fair and secure testing environment.
• Attempting to take the test(s), or taking the test(s), for someone else or having someone else take the test(s) for you.
• Failing to provide acceptable identification as described herein, including refusal to allow a photograph and/or fingerprint to be taken.
Unauthorized access to tests or related information—including advance knowledge of test questions or answers—is strictly prohibited This encompasses bringing prior test information into the test center through any means, such as identification documents, prohibited devices, or other aids Engaging in such activities compromises test integrity and is considered a serious violation.