Some migrants coming to the UK will need to speak English to an A-level standard under tougher new rules set to be introduced ...

The UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced plans to increase the English language requirement for skilled migrants ...

New UK visa rules from Jan 2026 require B2 level English for skilled workers; changes also affect Graduate Route, student ...

The proposal – part of the government’s Plan for Change immigration white paper – raises the standard from the current B1 ...

The UK has introduced stricter English language test requirements and financial demands for visa applicants, with changes ...

In 2026, skilled migrants coming to the UK will need to speak English to an A-Level standard - but a mock quiz online has ...

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Those applying via certain legal routes must meet an A-level equivalent in English for speaking, listening, reading and ...

The Home Office also announced plans to double the number of skilled people entering the UK through significant expansion of ...

The Home Office requires immigrants to demonstrate A-level proficiency in English in speaking, listening, reading, and ...