Another question about English language test for the spouse

[shoko]

Hello
I ve looked through the forum and couldn't find the discussion about the expired test eligibility.

I have my Academic IELTS test results(overal 7.5) but the certificate expired in July 2010, obviously I didn't get much worse at English since then.

Do you think there s a way for me to use this expired certificate in my application for the spouse visa, I also have a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate but not from the UK, and 5 years of work experience as an English teacher in Asia and Russia.
Just trying to spend less money...
Thanks a lot

[geriatrix]

You may use only "valid" test certificates from approved test providers.
It doesn't matter if an "approved" test was undertaken in UK or any other country.