NEWS

UK- Compulsory English Language Tests Implementation Date Announced
26-07-2010

From the 29th November 2010, it will become compulsory for those applying to come to the UK as a dependant to prove they meet the English language requirement laid out by the UK Border Agency.  A compulsory English language test will have to be taken with an approved test provider.

In June 2010, it was announced that compulsory English language tests would become applicable to all non- EU migrants applying to come to the UK as dependants.

The rules will be applicable the following categories, all applying as the dependant of British citizen or a naturalized citizen:

  • Husband
  • Wife
  • Civil Partner
  • Unmarried Partner
  • Same-Sex Partner
  • Fiance
  • Proposed Civil Partner

More information on approved test providers is due to be published soon.

 

 

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