New English Language speaking test

[returntotheuk]

Hi folks,

I am a little confused.

Can someone confirm if you need the English language speaking test if you still have pass the knowledge of life test?

I refer to this:

The new requirement applies to applications for entry clearance, leave to enter, leave to remain and further leave to remain. It does not apply to indefinite leave to remain or citizenship applications where the existing Knowledge of Life requirement continues to apply.

Thanks,

[geriatrix]

1. Your spouse will need to meet the New English language requirements to apply for entry clearance as spouse.
2. To be eligible for ILE endorsement (if she qualifies for it, that is), she will need to pass LITUK test before she applies for entry clearance.

These two requirements (English language proficiency and LITUK test) are mutually exclusive and serve different purpose(s).

[Casa]

Yes you do. Life in the UK test (KOL) or the ESOL option still applies for ILR and British Citizenship applications.

[returntotheuk]

Thanks for your replies.

Any idea if this can be done in Cambodia if not where is the nearer place to Cambodia where the test can be taken?

Thanks

[geriatrix]

See also New English language testing for partners.

[returntotheuk]

Sorry one more question.

1. You only need the A1 level of the English speaking test?

Thanks

[lhsiri]

yes you do

[returntotheuk]

1. Your spouse will need to meet the New English language requirements to apply for entry clearance as spouse.
2. To be eligible for ILE endorsement (if she qualifies for it, that is), she will need to pass LITUK test before she applies for entry clearance.

These two requirements (English language proficiency and LITUK test) are mutually exclusive and serve different purpose(s).

Hi sushdmehta,

Now I am confused because I have read on the British Embassy website for Cambodia that if applying from Cambodia the English test is NOT required??

"English Language Test for Partners
Long-term residents in Cambodia who are applying from Cambodia for a visa as a partner of a British Citizen or person settled in the UK are currently exempt from the English language test requirement. Due to lack of availability of UK Border Agency approved English language test providers in Cambodia you do not need to provide an English language test certificate with your application. Please see the English language test for partners page of the UK Border Agency website for further information."

Link http://ukincambodia.fco.gov.uk/en/visit ... w-to-apply

[geriatrix]

Correct.

[returntotheuk]

Correct.

Hi sushdmenta,

Thanks for the link and confirmation.