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TOEFL® EssentialsTM

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Identification (ID) Requirements for the TOEFL Essentials Test

The name you use when registering

When you create your ETS account and register for your test, it’s important to make sure that the name and date of birth you use exactly matches the name and date of birth on the identification (ID) information you plan to use on the day of your test. If this information doesn't match, you won't be able to take the test, and your test fee won't be refunded. If you’re concerned about a discrepancy, contact TOEFL® Services before you register. TOEFL Services can also help if your name changes after you register.

Your ID requirements

Your ID requirements depend on where you plan to take the test and your citizenship, unless you’re testing at home. If testing at home, you’re required to present valid government-issued ID.

Review the general ID requirements below, then select the country/location where you plan to test to see specific ID requirements.

 

General ID document requirements

With few exceptions, ID documents must meet all of the following requirements. Each ID document must:

  • be an original document; photocopied documents are not acceptable
  • be a physical ID; a digital ID issued to a mobile phone or any other electronic device is not acceptable, except in the Republic of Korea, where some digital IDs are permitted
  • be a government-issued national/state/province identity card that is issued and recognized by the country where you are a citizen or resident
  • be valid; expired documents are not acceptable
  • include your full name and date of birth exactly matching the name and date of birth you used to register, excluding accents or diacritical marks
  • include a recent, recognizable photograph
  • include your signature (the name on the ID and the signature name must match)=

ID requirements in the country/location where you plan to test

Select the country/location where you plan to take the test to see information about specific ID requirements.

 

Additional information

Questions about ID documents

For general questions about acceptable ID, contact TOEFL Services.