New English language rule is coming on 28 October 2013. If you’re eligible for ILR or British Citizenship - apply now!
The new rule on English language is not bringing anything ‘horrible’ but does mean more to do for quite a few migrants, both EU and non-EU nationals. Probably even more for Europeans than for non-Europeans because European nationals don’t need to evidence English language ability up until the Citizenship stage. Unlike non-EU migrants, many of whose need to meet English language requirement if they want to work, study or join a partner. The change: from 28 October 2013 those applying for settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain, Permanent Residency) or for British Citizenship need to pass a Life in the UK Test and also demonstrate English language ability in Speaking and Listening at a B1 level. For many it will mean having to take 2 tests: Life in the UK and English. Those applying (if eligible on residency rules, criminality etc) before 28 October 2013 can only pass a Life in the UK Test, at the moment it is sufficient on its own. Once this requirement has ...