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How much does CELPIP cost in Canada?

As of October 2026, celpip.ca lists CAD 299 plus tax for CELPIP-General and CAD 199 plus tax for CELPIP-General LS at Canadian test centres. Paragon has raised prices before, and the price for your date is shown when you book, so check it at checkout.

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Updated October 2026 · Written from official sources, listed at the bottom of this page

CELPIP fees as of October 2026

WhatFee in Canada
CELPIP-General (permanent residence)CAD 299 plus tax
CELPIP-General LS (citizenship)CAD 199 plus tax
Cancel 7 or more days beforeYou get 50% of the test fee back
Cancel less than 7 days beforeNo refund
Re-evaluation of your scoresA separate fee, paid when you apply

Tax depends on your province. Fees at test centres outside Canada are different.

Prices have gone up before

Paragon set the Canadian fee for CELPIP-General at CAD 290 plus tax from October 1, 2024, and the overview page now shows CAD 299. Some older pages and third-party sites still list lower prices. The amount on your booking screen is what you’ll pay.

Changing your date

You can transfer to another date in your CELPIP Account, but only at least 7 days before your test. Paragon’s pages don’t agree on the cost: one says the transfer is free, while the Canada FAQ lists CAD 50 plus tax. Your account shows the fee before you confirm.

Less than 7 days before, you can’t transfer or get money back. Plan your date carefully.

Don’t pay for the wrong version

Applying for citizenship only? CELPIP-General LS costs CAD 100 less and tests just the two skills IRCC checks. For permanent residence, though, you need the full CELPIP-General. An LS result won’t work for Express Entry.

Practice can be free

The official free sample test on celpip.ca costs nothing. Paragon also sells practice tests and study materials, and many apps have free levels. You don’t have to buy anything to sit the test.

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Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.