They are stating following two paragraphs which are clearly stating that ESOL is not for Tier1 or HSMP visa holders. There are 2 ways to demonstrate your knowledge of language and life (KOL) in the UK. If you are an English speaker (see below) and/or you are currently in the UK as a skilled or high...
Just to let you guys know that I got my FCE result today and was placed in C1 category. They have four levels to grade like Exceptional, Good, Borderline and Weak. Anyone scoring between 45 - 59 out of 100 will be awarded B1. I was given Exceptional in Reading, Writing, Use of English, Speaking and ...
Hi, According to following link if UKBA web site they clearly stated that english language test is not required if you are on skilled or higly skilled visa. Can you people please have a look on this link and comment. http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/settlement/knowledge-language-...
I have to get B1 in listening and Speaking which I am sure I will get. Result is in first week of October so fingers x. Now even if Home office stay firm on this requirement, I am already done with it. I would not be so sure about that. Have you checked here http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/siteco...
Thanks no seal, quite an informative post. UK is tiny compared to Canada, everything is small, however, must appreciate the management skills, be it roads, hospitals, garbage collection so on..... Just think with such small space and population double of Canada, are we not doing well. In Canada, you...
I stumbled upon this thread as I am also in a situation where I have to decide whether to stay in UK or move to Canada. I have read all the posts and can clearly see opinion is in favor of Canada than UK. I am in a bit of dilemma so would really like someone to give a honest opinion. I am in UK for ...
Just to give you guys an update on my situation. Obviously I was a bit disappointed as well like all you guys who have passed LIUK test and have been doing professional job yet we have to satisfy this English B1 requirement to apply for Citizenship. I don't know what would be the outcome of this fia...
So, I have some news. I called the Croydon centre and was told the following: both the LIUK test and an additional certificate to demonstrate your proficiency in English is mandatory for ILR. If you do not have either of these, then your ILR will be refused. It does not matter if you previously pas...
I have had a re-look at the UKBA website and the document itself. There is a statement which says as an example (not in exact words) that tier 2 applicants who has proven as part of initial application need not have to prove again. My prudence dictates that the same would imply for Tier 1 as well. ...
Hello all, I was just wondering if someone could help me in this or if they have any personal experience related to this issue. I was on HSMP/Tier-1 (PBS) from 2007 and my ILR was due last year in July 2012. My wife joined me in April 2011 as dependent of Tier-1 (Tier-1 Partner visa). Her visa was a...
How about people like me who had scored 7.5/ 9 in IELTS and language is like a motor-able skill. The more you practice, the more proficient you become.... I scored 8.0 in IELTS back in 2008 but obviously cannot submit it as it has expired. I have booked FCE exam in August as I don't want to waste t...
we all on Tier 1 and HSMP get points for English ..... so we are all fine ... even if you go to extension we need to show we meet english requirement ... so we all fine ... Are you sure about that? I have submitted my UK NARIC letter which is about my degrees' comparability to British bachelors deg...
I am seriously appalled to learn about this new English requirement for Naturalization. I mean how daft they can get asking us to pass a stupid B1 test to prove our language ability. How come are we working here for last 5 years at good positions without knowing English? also how did we pass LIUK te...
Thanks Koll. This is what I thought as well. Obviously I have met English requirement on the basis of my 4-year degree (NARIC Equivalent) in my previous applications so it should be ok now. • Those who have obtained a degree taught in English. I would love to hear more on this if anyone else has dif...
Hello all, I am currently on ILR which was granted to me in Jan 2013 and I will be applying for Naturalisation in Feb 2014. I was on HSMP+Tier-1 before getting ILR status. My question is regarding this new requirement for English qualification Equivalent to B1. I have already passed Life in the UK t...
Hello all, I am currently on ILR which was granted to me in Jan 2013 and I will be applying for Naturalisation in Feb 2014. I was on HSMP+Tier-1 before getting ILR status. My question is regarding this new requirement for English qualification Equivalent to B1. I have already passed Life in the UK t...
Finally after a wait of 6 months and 2 weeks, I got my ILR. I was thinking about involving my MP but I didn't. To be honest I don't think involving MP will do you any good as UKBA will take their time. One piece of advice - don't panic and have patience. It will eventually come whether you panic or ...
Just wondering what everyone has in mind for set (o) applications since it's coming up to 6 months now for many of us. I was thinking of lodging an official complaint against the UKBA standards of service, but if and only if it crosses the 6 month limit. I was thinking of getting a petition signed ...
fsixteen wrote:Hi.
Is there anyone still waiting for a biometric letter for July Application?
Response from ukba "Application is not in the system, write to liverpol" after passing 14 weeks.
July applicant here - applied 16/07 but got biometric 18/10.
Hang in there you will get soon!
