Applicants offered a job in the UK may need to take a 2skills (Speaking & Listening) or 4skills (Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking) Skills for Language SELT exam to prove their English language proficiency as part of their work visa application. All LanguageCert SELT exams are delivered through our global network of SELT Centres.
The minimum Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level required varies depending on visa type. Applicants with a higher language level can take an exam above the minimum requirement as long as it assesses the same skills that also satisfy the visa application.
Visa requirement information is subject to change. Applicants should refer to UK Government guidance on English language exams for visas and are responsible for ensuring they take the correct exam. Applicants are advised to contact their sponsors to confirm which CEFR level they require before registering for an exam.
Application type | Minimum CEFR level | Skills required | Skills for Language SELT exam |
Student visa — below degree level | B1 | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking |
Student visa — degree level and above | B2 | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking | Skills for Language International ESOL SELT B2 (Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking) |
Application type | Other accepted CEFR levels | Skills required | Skills for LanguageSELT exam |
Student visa | B2 | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking | Skills for Language International ESOL SELT B2 (Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking) |
C1 | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking | Skills for Language International ESOL SELT B2 (Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking) | |
C2 | Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking | Skills for Language International ESOL SELT B2 (Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking) |
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