English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

Hello,

This year I have to extend my resident permit. I read that as part of the application the applicant must present the IELTS Life Skills test level A2.

Do I have to take level A2 MANDATORY or can I take the test level B1?

Thanks in advance,

An

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

A2 is the minimum but you can take B1 instead. Just make sure you’re taking the correct examination for your visa type.

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

Hi,

I’m extending my spouse visa. Could you please explain me a bit about the correct examination for my visa type. I’m confused.

what it is the difference between these 2 exams? and which one would you recommend to do.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/british...acf2fa6d9.jpeg


thanks in advance

An

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

Those you highlighted are the same exam. You can use it to extend your spouse visa as well as apply for ILR and citizenship later on.

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

Ok, perfect! It won’t be any inconvenience with my application if I prefer to take the test level B1?

I am a bit scared because they specified “A2 EXTENSION”

Thanks for your help

An

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

No, and it'll save you time and money because you can reuse it for ILR and citizenship.

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

That is perfect! Thank you so much for your advice.

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

Hi All,
sorry for breaking into the thread, I did want to start a new one.

I have got a question about IELTS test B1. I did my B1 when i first applied for my UK visa. I'm heading to my extension and wonder if i can use the same test for the extension.
or is there any validity to the test?

​​​​​​​regards,

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

You can reuse the same test.

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

Hi again!

I booked my life skill test (B1) on the 26th September as this is the only date that was showing me available and I’ll extend my BRP in December.

Will this test be valid for my naturalisation process or do I have to take again another exam?.Maybe is going to be a bit more than 2 years when I can apply for it as I have to apply for the last BRP after 5 years and then I can apply for the naturalisation ( I hope this makes sense)

thanks!

Re: English test in the UK (visa extension)
 

So long as you use it for this application before it expires then you can reuse it for ILR and naturalisation.