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B2 English upgrade for Indefinite Leave to Remain clarified: new rule covers speaking & listening only

B2 English upgrade for Indefinite Leave to Remain clarified: new rule covers speaking & listening only

A weekend clarification confirmed that the planned rise in the English-language requirement for Indefinite Leave to Remain to CEFR level B2 will apply only to speaking and listening tests. Reading and writing components remain exempt, reducing cost and preparation time for visa holders planning settlement. Employers can adjust language-training budgets accordingly, and applicants who qualify before 26 March 2027 can still submit with a B1 certificate.

Mar 22, 2026
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