What is the TOEIC Listening & Reading test?

The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) Listening & Reading test is a two-hour English language proficiency examination for people whose native language is not English. It includes 200 multiple-choice questions divided into two sections:

• Listening Section: 100 questions with audiocassette. Statements, questions, short conversations, and short talks in English are followed by questions. This section lasts approximately 45 minutes.
   
• Reading Section: 100 questions. You will read a variety of materials and respond at your own pace to questions about their content. This section takes about 75 minutes.

The TOEIC is designed to indicate how well people can communicate in English with others in the workplace. It does not require specialized knowledge or vocabulary beyond that of a person who uses English in everyday work activities. The TOEIC Examinee Handbook has further details on test content.
 

Where do I get a TOEIC Examinee Handbook?

• AMIDEAST maintains a supply of test handbooks with information about the TOEIC test, or, you can download the PDF version.
• Information on the exam content is also available at the ETS's TOEIC Web site.

 
Where and when can I take the TOEIC?

AMIDEAST testing centers schedule regular TOEIC test dates and may also be able to arrange special administrations by request if demand is sufficient. 
 

How do I register?

You can pre-register for TOEIC tests online if you want to test at one of the following AMIDEAST locations: 

Egypt: Alexandria, Cairo
Gaza
Tunisia: Tunis, Sousse
UAE: Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Yemen: Aden

To reserve a space for TOEIC open session administrations at all other AMIDEAST offices, or to get details on arranging a TOEIC administration for a group, please contact your country’s AMIDEAST office directly.

 
How do I prepare for the TOEIC?

It is important for you to be familiar with the kinds of questions asked on the TOEIC. There are several ways to prepare.

• Do the sample questions in the TOEIC Examinee Handbook
• Purchase TOEIC test preparation materials  from AMIDEAST
• Take a test preparation class at AMIDEAST

 
What do I do on the day of the test?

• Arrive at the testing site at the assigned time. Check-in procedures take time. If you arrive late, you may not be admitted to the test, and you will forfeit your test fees.
• Bring photobearing identification.

 
What about my scores?

Your official scores and TOEIC certificate should be available at your AMIDEAST office two weeks from your test date.  Scores are confidential and will be released only to you and your sponsoring organization unless you specify otherwise. With your written permission, scores can also be provided to other organizations.  Please contact your AMIDEAST field office with any question about your scores.