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A1 is required for initial phase of spouse visa whereas A2 for extension followed by B1 for settlement. However, nothing stops you in taking the B1 or even higher to it, because of its reusability in future too. Most importantly, while selecting the test & test centre, the following official guidance must strictly be adhered to.
All tests are valid for 2 years but are usable for subsequent applications even after being expired provided were used previously and meets the required level. For instance, a B1 test can be used all the way from initial spouse visa till settlement as the rules standing until today. Usually, A2 isn't available from overseas, and for test centres you have to strictly follow the previously given list.GMO wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 2:49 pmThank you for the details . You mean if the person take B1 then use it for initial application , extension and selttlement. It will be valid for five years !!??
Or if they take A2 then use it for initial and extension as well .
Local British council I think would be the good place to undertake the exam .
Regards
It is not a new rule. There are different levels or grades accepted for each stage. Imagine someone intending to apply with no background of English language. They have to prepare for the A1 and attain certain level to pass it, then apply for the initial spouse visa and get to UK.
If you are really inclined to read about it in full depth then refer to the following official guidance which will explain you its history till to date:
seagul wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 6:39 pmIf you are really inclined to read about it in full depth then refer to the following official guidance which will explain you its history till to date:
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.u ... gov-uk.pdf
You can find out about at here:GMO wrote: ↑Tue Nov 03, 2020 1:30 amThank you seagul, I have another question please.
If someone apply under adequate maintenance category. Then how many months of bank statement the person have to display. I believe 6/7 months statements is enough to show the finiacial transaction and stability for adequate maintenance.
Please let me know. It would be helpful.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Regards
seagul wrote: ↑Fri Oct 23, 2020 6:39 pmIf you are really inclined to read about it in full depth then refer to the following official guidance which will explain you its history till to date:
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.u ... gov-uk.pdf
