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There is no difference in ESOL Entry Level 1 and A1 CEFR test. ESOL Entry Level 1 test, this name is used in UK mostly while the name A1 CEFR test is commonly used in Europe. Here in the name A1 CEFR, CEFR stands for Common European Framework Reference.
There is no difference in ESOL Entry Level 2 and A2 CEFR test. ESOL Entry Level 2 test, this name is used in UK mostly while the name A2 CEFR test is commonly used in Europe. Here in the name A2 CEFR, CEFR stands for Common European Framework Reference.
There is no difference in ESOL Entry Level 3 and B1 CEFR test. ESOL Entry Level 3 test, this name is used in UK mostly while the name B1 CEFR test is commonly used in Europe. Here in the name B1 CEFR, CEFR stands for Common European Framework Reference.
No, Life in the UK test alone is not sufficient to apply for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) or Naturalization or Citizenship. Life in the UK test is one of the UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) requirements that is required along with B1 English Test when applying for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) or Naturalization or Citizenship.
No, English test B1 alone is not sufficient to apply for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) or Naturalization or Citizenship. Life in the UK test is also required along with B1 English Test when applying for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) or Naturalization or Citizenship.
There are three English Tests known as A1, A2 and B1.

English Test A1 (also known as A1 CEFR or ESOL Entry Level 1) is must for the applicants seeking for spouse visa. ESOL stands for ‘English for Speakers of Other Languages’ & CEFR stands ‘Common European Framework Reference’.

English Test A2 (also known as A2 CEFR or ESOL Entry Level 2) is must for the applicants seeking for extension purposes.

English Test B1 (also known as B1 CEFR or ESOL Entry Level 3) is must for the applicants seeking for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) or citizenship.

Life in the UK test for the applicants seeking for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) or Naturalization or Citizenship.

A1, A2 and B1 are English tests. These tests have only two modules “Speaking and Listening” while Life in the UK test consists of questions which are based on British Traditions and Customs.

Candidate must require any one of the following documents.
  • Passport (must be in date)
  • Biometric Residence Permit Card
  • European Union ID Card
  • Immigration Status Document
  • Travel Document
Candidate must require any one of the following documents.
  • A passport from country of origin – this may be out of date but cannot be cancelled
  • A UK photo card driving licence (Full or Provisional) – this must be in date
  • An Immigration Status Document (ISD), endorsed with a UK Residence Permit (UKRP) bearing a photo of the holder – this may be out of date
  • UK Convention travel document (CTD), which is a blue-cover document similar to a UK passport – this must be in date
  • UK Stateless Persons travel document (SPD) this has a red cover similar to a UK passport – this must be in date
  • UK Certificates of Identity (CIDs) – this must be in date
  • European Union (EU) Identity Cards – this must be in date
  • Biometric Residence Permit Card – this must be in date
  • UK Marriage Certificate
  • UK Spouse Visa (within date)
Yes, after booking test with us, you’ll get the proper and relevant study material for FREE.
You can postpone your exam after contacting us but it’ll only be postponed according to the terms and conditions. You can give us a call to know about the same.
Yes, if cancellation lies within the timeframe, then you’ll get the refund (please refer to our refund policy).
It depends on the exam type for example in case of English tests (A1 or A2 or B1), it can take 6 minutes to 8 minutes, but in case of Life in the UK test, the test duration is 45 minutes.
No. Full payment should be taken in advance during booking of the test.
No, there is no such a need as these tests have only two modules ‘Listening and Speaking’.
You can take the test as many times as you need to. There is no limit on the number of times it can be given but you need to book and pay again each time.
2 years.
You must bring the same ID that you used to book the test. You must also bring proof of your address that has your name and postcode on it. It must be dated within 3 months of the day of your test. This can be a:
  • gas, electricity or water bill - the original document, not a photocopy
  • Council Tax bill - the original document, not a photocopy
  • letter from the Home Office with your name and address on it
  • UK photocard driving licence
  • bank or credit card statement

You can use a bank statement you’ve received in the post or one printed at your bank branch or from your online account. If you use a printed statement, it must be stamped by your bank with:

  • an ink stamp (if you printed it from your online account)
  • an ink or electronic stamp (if the bank printed it for you)
In case of English tests (A1, A2 & B1), only one person can be brought to the test centre but in case of Life in the UK test, you cannot bring anyone to the test centre.
In case of English Tests A1, A2 & B1, you will get result in provisional certificate just after your exam and you will get original certificate by post within 7 to 10 working days. In case of Life in the UK test, you will get the result along with original certificate just after the exam.
In case of English Tests A1, A2 & B1, you will get provisional certificate just after your exam and you will get original certificate by post within 7 to 10 working days. In case of Life in the UK test, you will get the result along with original certificate just after the exam.
Yes.
All the tests booked by us are accepted by the Home Office.
You must reach to your scheduled test centre at least 20 minutes prior to your examination stipulated time.
You cannot sit in the exam.