IELTS to CLB Converter
Translate your International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores into Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) levels for your Express Entry profile.
Enter Your Scores
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CLB levels are calculated per individual component. For Express Entry, your overall score is determined by the lowest CLB achieved across the four skills.
Verification Reference
| CLB Level | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10+ | 8 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 7.5 |
| 9 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 |
| 8 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 6.5 |
| 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 6 | 5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 4 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 4 |
Resulting CLB Level
9
Advanced Proficiency
Reading CLB 8
Writing CLB 9
Listening CLB 10
Speaking CLB 9
Calculate My Full CRS Score
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Your CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score depends on more than just English. Check your total points for Express Entry.
Why does CLB matter?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) uses the CLB to standardize scores across different tests like IELTS, CELPIP, and PTE.
- check_circle Determines Express Entry eligibility
- check_circle Impacts your CRS points significantly
- check_circle Required for most PNP pathways