What is the ESOL B1 Test ?
As per Home Office guidelines, any applicant who is applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain or for Naturalisation / British passport is required to show good knowledge of English and Life in the UK.
In order to fulfill the requirement of Knowledge of Language, applicants need to obtain a qualification at or above Entry level 3 / B1 CEFR, which consists of speaking and listening modules. The test must be listed on the SELT (Secure English Langauge Test) List.
Where can I sit for the SELT approved B1 Test ?
English Test UK offers preparation and support for Entry Level 3 / B1 CEFR Test which can be sat at different locations within the UK. These are Home office approved examination bodies offering qualifications to applicants who are applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain or Naturalization. To book a test, click on Find or Dates and Location to find the nearest test date. You can then Fill the form to book your seat.
Changes in English Langauge requirement .
Since 28th October 2013 the requirements have changed from ESOL (A1) (Entry level 1) level to ESOL (B1) (Entry level 3) level. If you have already passed ESOL at A1 level you have to sit for an ESOL B1 level (Entry level 3) again.
From 5th November 2015 onwards, Home office will not accept qualification which is not on the SELT list as a proof of Knowledge of English Language. All applicant must pass English Test from an examination body that is on the SELT list and conducted at SELT approved examination centre.
How to prepare for the English B1 Test ?
Once you have booked your test with us we will provide you with study material that will guide you on the format of the test. We will also provide you with sample papers so that you are prepared for the test so that there are no surprises during the test. Visit our Preparation section for more information.
We also provide classroom based training sessions with our selected English Language training providers. The fee for training is separate and varies from centre to centre.
