Process & Timing
B1 English Language Evidence for UK Skilled Worker
Skilled Worker requires CEFR Level B1 English; evidence options are SELT (IELTS UKVI for UKVI / OET / PSI / Trinity / LanguageCert) or a degree taught in English.
Key fact
IELTS UKVI for UKVI: £225; degree-taught-in-English alternative free
Step-by-step
- 1Option 1: Degree taught in English at a recognised institution — obtain UK NARIC equivalency if outside English-speaking country.
- 2Option 2: Take a Secure English Language Test (SELT) at IELTS UKVI for UKVI, Pearson PTE Academic UKVI, OET, or Trinity SELT.
- 3Result must score B1 (CEFR) or higher across all four skills.
- 4Result valid for 2 years.