ILR for Tier 1 General - English test for main applicant

[khurram2015]

Hello Experts,

I will be applying for ILR in under 7 weeks time and am on tier 1 general visa. My question is about English language requirement for my self i.e., main applicant. I used IELTS test certificate in my initial application in 2010 and the same was used successfully in the extension application in 2012. I was satisfied that I can still use it in my ILR application but now when I read the SET(O) form I am confused as it does not say that previously used test (IELTS in my case) is acceptable or can be used again.
1. Do I need to take an English test again?
2. If yes, which test it would be?

Best regards

[WRS]

Yes, the Set(0) form isn't clear for English language proof for main applicants, however, I have known many tier 1 general migrants who have shown there previous IELTS certificates (used at the time of entry clearance) without any issues or objection.

[rukmesh]

I am also in the same situation but I had written to the HomeOffice. They have confirmed that I can submit my previously used IELTS certificate.

http://www.immigrationboards.com/indefi ... l#p1193871

Good luck

[khurram2015]

Many thanks rukmesh and WRS! This is helpful

[Eng1n33r]

I'm in the same situation, do you guys have the email address to get it confirmed? I passed a C2 level from College of Excellence in 2011, but not sure if they will accept it still for ILR application as it is no longer in supported exam list.

[azeem87]

I'm in the same situation, do you guys have the email address to get it confirmed? I passed a C2 level from College of Excellence in 2011, but not sure if they will accept it still for ILR application as it is no longer in supported exam list.

I think there is no harm to retake the exam as for ILR we need only B1 level ( listening and speaking) instead of C1 or c2 . Also we can use this certificate for naturalisation etc. please correct me if I am wrong ?

[Eng1n33r]

I thought we needed a C1 for ILR, as the main applicant. Do we need B1?

[rukmesh]

KnowledgeOfLifePolicyQueries@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk

Good luck