New successful case and testimonial on a SET(M) application for an Indefinite Leave to Remain for a spouse of a UK citizen. For English we used IELTS certificate from the previous application (even though it has now expired).

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“We have accomplished obtaining my settlement right together. Not only have you made this highly complex process very easy for us but you also have taken all the stress and anxiety away from us. I appreciate that you always replied our e mails quickly regardless of time and place you were. It was a great opportunity to have been able to ask any question anytime. You have generated different alternatives in accordance with our circumstances which were very practical as well as money saving tips. As for the application day, Russell was a great help for us in every respect. My husband and I just sat in the café and enjoyed our coffees. Russell dealt with everything which was a really huge relief. To have worked with you for my settlement application was of the best decisions I have ever made. Thank you!”
This came from Ms U A who applied for an ILR after 2 years in the UK on a Spouse visa. The main issue in this case was the new English requirement, which applies from 28.10.2013. The Applicant did pass a Life in the UK Test but we needed to address what to use for English.
The Applicant did pass an IELTS exam before when she applied for a Spouse visa 2 years ago, achieving a B1 level (or even higher), even though only A1 level was needed. This is very common in this category. The current Rules, Appendix KOLL, say that if the previous visa was issued on the basis of demonstrating a B1 level then there is no need to demonstrate English again.
The problem was that the previous visa, Spouse leave to remain, required only an A1 level of English and therefore, the visa was issued on the basis of that. In this case we could use the same test again, even if it has now expired, as long as the client provides an original certificate used 2 years ago, which was achieved.
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