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Thanks again.sushdmehta wrote:See also routes to eligibility.
Your level of English, as reflected by being able to read and post on this forum, suggests that you are above this level. So you will need to pass the Life in the UK test which also acts as proof of your English level.bbkaran wrote:Thanks again.sushdmehta wrote:See also routes to eligibility.
The link suggests:
"If your English skills are below ESOL Entry 3 level (or Intermediate 1 level in Scotland), you must take this course and obtain a relevant qualification before you apply."
What is ESOL entry 3 level? Could any college assess and provide certificate?
thanks
bbkaran
yes. I was wondering about a possible exemption from english test. The border agency site does not provide details of what evidence one needs to provide to get exemption.Jambo wrote:Your level of English, as reflected by being able to read and post on this forum, suggests that you are above this level. So you will need to pass the Life in the UK test which also acts as proof of your English level.bbkaran wrote: Thanks again.
The link suggests:
"If your English skills are below ESOL Entry 3 level (or Intermediate 1 level in Scotland), you must take this course and obtain a relevant qualification before you apply."
What is ESOL entry 3 level? Could any college assess and provide certificate?
thanks
bbkaran
Casa wrote:"It does not make sense for someone who worked in English speaking countries for more than 10 years (NZ and UK) and writes research articles in international journals in English to take this test."
This won't give you exemption to the Life in the UK test. It isn't a test of your level of the English language. The questions are testing your understanding of life in the UK....law, social and political history, demographics and customs. What is a Quango? When is St George's day? What percentage of children live with both birth parents? ......
Even those from countries where the first language is English, the USA, Australia and New Zealand for example, are required to comply with the KOL regulation, both for ILR and BC.
As John has already advised, your level of English is obviously at or above 'Level 3', which doesn't leave the ESOL option open to you. You will have to sit the KOL test. Exemptions would be due to a severe medical disability or aged under 18 or over 65.
How long have you been resident in the UK and under which category was your ILR granted?