Here you are malchard, some UKBA formal statements of clarification:-Originally Posted by malchard888
Firstly, here's an extract from the original Home Office statement of Intent
I've highlighted in bold the key part which indicates that if a B1 level has been achieved already then no further tests are required.We will accept a range of English language qualifications as evidence that an applicant has met
the requirement to hold a B1 level speaking and listening qualification. This will help ensure that all
those needing to take a test will be able to find one suitable for their needs and, so far as possible, that no one who already has an English language qualification at B1 level or above will be required to take another one.
However, seemingly this wasn't specific enough (Maybe as the statement mentioned Tier 2 but no mention of Spouse/Partners and resulted in a number of Freedom of Information requests for
specific clarification.
Here's one that was asked and received a successful response quoted below in part:-
Here's another FOI reply which states:-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.
Hope that puts you mind at easeIf your qualification is on the list of acceptable qualifications published on our website (http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-...), you will not need to retake an English test. The expiry dates for those tests do not apply to settlement and citizenship applications. You should send your certificate with the application.
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