IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
Feb 3rd 2018, 10:46 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
The URN for IELTS SELT Consortium tests is in the following format:
IEL/123456/XXXXX/123456
(first three letters are the SELT provider’s code, date of test, test centre code, candidate number)
And it seems to be the same for all types of IELTS?
Will have to remind them of those
Last edited by EuTa; Feb 3rd 2018 at 10:54 pm.
Feb 3rd 2018, 10:49 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
Thank you! I will certainly consider, however the number I hav on my IETLS form does meet their rules:
The URN for IELTS SELT Consortium tests is in the following format:
IEL/123456/XXXXX/123456
(first three letters are the SELT provider’s code, date of test, test centre code, candidate number)
Will heve to remind them of those
The URN for IELTS SELT Consortium tests is in the following format:
IEL/123456/XXXXX/123456
(first three letters are the SELT provider’s code, date of test, test centre code, candidate number)
Will heve to remind them of those
Feb 3rd 2018, 10:50 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
"Approved by the Secretary of State" is the key phrase. The list of approved tests/providers is here: https://www.gov.uk/government/public...language-tests
You have to take the whole test however the reading and writing results can be ignored for the purposes of a partner or parent visa.
You have to take the whole test however the reading and writing results can be ignored for the purposes of a partner or parent visa.
Good luck with it!!! 
It's the result that makes one a winner
Feb 3rd 2018, 11:11 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
Given that the OP was refused for using an IELTS for UKVI (Academic) test result for a partner visa application I would recommend sitting an IELTS Life Skills test and using that result for your application.
Feb 3rd 2018, 11:20 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
only refusal reason mentioned was IELTS
Mar 13th 2018, 8:36 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
Final Update:-
2nd application for spouse visa accepted and visa granted
(First app)
Online 26 Sep 2017 (Standard non Priority) Pakistn
Bio 7th Oct 2017
Decision 27 Dec 2017:- Refused!
Reason of Refusal:- wrong IELTS test (instead of LIFE SKILLS I DID IELTS ACADEMIC)
2nd Application:-
Online 25 Jan 2018 Priority
Bio 26 Jan 2018 Pakistn
SMS/call for Passport collection on 9th March 2018
Collection made on 12th March 2018
VISA GRANTED
valid from 16th March to 15th April 2018
Thank you to experts and fellows here who were truly helpful, this forum is like a blessing to those who are applying or applied already and waiting for outcome,
2nd application for spouse visa accepted and visa granted
(First app)
Online 26 Sep 2017 (Standard non Priority) Pakistn
Bio 7th Oct 2017
Decision 27 Dec 2017:- Refused!
Reason of Refusal:- wrong IELTS test (instead of LIFE SKILLS I DID IELTS ACADEMIC)
2nd Application:-
Online 25 Jan 2018 Priority
Bio 26 Jan 2018 Pakistn
SMS/call for Passport collection on 9th March 2018
Collection made on 12th March 2018
VISA GRANTED
valid from 16th March to 15th April 2018
Thank you to experts and fellows here who were truly helpful, this forum is like a blessing to those who are applying or applied already and waiting for outcome,
May 21st 2018, 5:59 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
From Appendix FM section 1.71
"2.4. Tests at a higher level than required
The minimum standard an applicant in the partner or parent routes must meet is, as appropriate, level A1 or A2 of CEFR in speaking and listening skills. If they wish, applicants can pass an approved test at a higher level to meet the requirement which applies to their application."
Sounds like the ECO didn't know his/her job. I suggest requesting an adminstrative review.
"2.4. Tests at a higher level than required
The minimum standard an applicant in the partner or parent routes must meet is, as appropriate, level A1 or A2 of CEFR in speaking and listening skills. If they wish, applicants can pass an approved test at a higher level to meet the requirement which applies to their application."
Sounds like the ECO didn't know his/her job. I suggest requesting an adminstrative review.
May 22nd 2018, 7:47 am
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
From Appendix FM section 1.71
"2.4. Tests at a higher level than required
The minimum standard an applicant in the partner or parent routes must meet is, as appropriate, level A1 or A2 of CEFR in speaking and listening skills. If they wish, applicants can pass an approved test at a higher level to meet the requirement which applies to their application."
Sounds like the ECO didn't know his/her job. I suggest requesting an adminstrative review.
"2.4. Tests at a higher level than required
The minimum standard an applicant in the partner or parent routes must meet is, as appropriate, level A1 or A2 of CEFR in speaking and listening skills. If they wish, applicants can pass an approved test at a higher level to meet the requirement which applies to their application."
Sounds like the ECO didn't know his/her job. I suggest requesting an adminstrative review.
An administrative review would have been a waste of time, as the ECO was not in error.
In the post above yours, the OP confirms that they have received their visa, after applying again and submitting the correct evidence.
Sep 11th 2018, 1:45 pm
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Re: IELTS test for UK Spouse visa
Thank you! I will certainly consider, however the number I have on my IETLS form does meet their rules:
The URN for IELTS SELT Consortium tests is in the following format:
IEL/123456/XXXXX/123456
(first three letters are the SELT provider’s code, date of test, test centre code, candidate number)
And it seems to be the same for all types of IELTS?
Will have to remind them of those
The URN for IELTS SELT Consortium tests is in the following format:
IEL/123456/XXXXX/123456
(first three letters are the SELT provider’s code, date of test, test centre code, candidate number)
And it seems to be the same for all types of IELTS?
Will have to remind them of those
I am just curious if you have received the VISA ? I believe you have taken Ielts Academic for UKVI? Can my wife use this visa to apply for the spouse visa also?