Posted on June 05 2024
The UK has its own IELTS for UKVI (UK visas and Immigration), a UK government-secured English Language Test (SELT). The IELTS test can prove the English language ability to migrate or work in the UK. The examination is designed as per the requirements of the UK government. The UKVI IELTS can be applied for:
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The UKVI IELTS examinations are of three types: Academic, General, and Life skill examination. These three types of UKVVI IELTS have different purposes:
Here are the details of the UKVI Examinations:
Type of examination | Details |
IELTS Academic Examination |
1. The UKVI IELTS examination is predominantly for students who wish to study in the UK |
2. The primary objective of this examination is to test if the student can manage in an academic environment | |
UKVI IELTS General Training |
1. UKVI IELTS General Training is designed to focus on basic survival skills in a diverse job setting |
2. Similar to a standard IELTS exam | |
3. UKVI IELTS test includes speaking, writing, listening, and reading | |
UKVI IELTS Life Skills | 1. UKVI exam should be taken by people who wish to acquire a specific visa to enter the UK |
UKVI IELTS Life Skills A1 | 1. UKVI Life Skills A1 examination is taken by international company executives, athletes, and family members who need to prove proficiency in English |
UKVI IELTS Life Skills A2 |
1. This examination is taken to prove English speaking and listening skills |
2. Examination is taken for family extension visa | |
3. Examination can only be taken in the UK | |
UKVI IELTS Life Skills B1 | 1. UKVI IELTS Life Skills B1 examination is taken by people who want to stay in the UK indefinitely |
Here are the minimum score required for the UKVIS IELTS according to the visa:
Visa Type |
Minimum CEFR level required |
Minimum score required |
Tier 1 General Visa |
C1 |
UKVI IELTS 7.0 score overall and in each four skills - Reading, writing, listening, and speaking, minimum 7.0 |
B1 |
UKVI IELTS 4.0 score overall and at least 4.0 in each of the four skills |
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Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) Visa |
B1 |
UKVI IELTS 4.0 score overall, and minimum 4.0 in each skills |
Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) Visa |
B1 |
UKVI IELTS 4.0 score overall, and minimum 4.0 in each skills |
B1 |
UKVI IELTS 4.0 score overall, and minimum 4.0 in all the four skills |
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Tier 2 or a Sportsperson Visa |
A1 |
1. IELTS Life Skills at A1- pass score |
2. UKVI IELTS 4.0 score overall, and minimum 4.0 in each of the four skills |
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Tier 2 or Minister of Religion Visa |
B2 |
UKVI IELTS 5.5 score overall, and minimum 5.5 in all the four skills |
Tier 4 (General) Student Visa - below degree and pre-sessional course |
B1 |
UKVI IELTS 4.0 score overall, and minimum 4.0 in all the four skills |
B2 |
UKVI IELTS 5.5 score overall, and minimum 5.5 in all the four skills |
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Family route for: |
A1 |
1. IELTS Life Skills at A1- pass score |
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2. UKVI IELTS 4.0 in speaking and listening |
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1. Wife or partner |
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2. Dependant’s parent |
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Family route (extension) for: |
A2 |
1. IELTS Life Skills at A2- pass score |
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2. UKVI IELTS 4.0 in speaking and listening |
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1. Wife or partner |
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2. Dependant’s parent |
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Indefinite leave to remain or citizenship |
B1 |
1. IELTS Life Skills- pass score |
2. UKVI IELTS 4.0 in speaking and listening skills |
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