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For visa or citizenship applications, you may need to prove your knowledge of English by passing a secure English language test (SELT).
How you can show you know English when you apply for citizenship and to settle in the UK, and when you do not have to.
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You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you’re either: aged…
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GCE AS and A level subject content for English language and literature for teaching in schools from 2015.
Raising the English fluency level will allow migrants to contribute and integrate into British life.
GCE AS and A level subject content for English language for teaching in schools from 2015.
Guidance for providing ESOL and training for other skills.
This Appendix sets out how the English language requirement is met.
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