Knowledge of language / life in the UK

[lsquang]

Hi all,
I have a question about Knowledge of language when I fill the NA form.

I have approved Knowledge of language (an IELTS certificate) when I applied for a tier 2 visa in 2011. I still kept the letter from Home Office that stated that I get 10 points for Language Knowledge.

Since IELTS certificate valids for 2 years, do I need to retake the IELTS test? or can I just calm that I have approved the Knowledge of language in 2011 by providing a copy of the home office letter?

Many thanks,
Best regards,
Quang.

[lsquang]

found the answer

'The fact that an applicant’s qualifying English language certificate had expired would not prevent them from using their pass notification as evidence that they had reached level B1 (CEFR) English for a settlement or British citizenship application. They would not be expected to take another English language test, but will need to pass the Life in the UK test.'

An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) qualification awarded by Cambridge English (previously known as Cambridge ESOL), which is at a level equivalent to level B1 CEFR or above, is an acceptable qualification for the purposes of demonstrating language ability for settlement and citizenship purposes.
Please note that the 2 year validity attached to these qualifications only applies to entry clearance applications and are therefore still accepted for settlement and citizenship applications after this validity date.