Which English exam do I need to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (Settlement/Permanent Residency) ILR visa?

I am applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain BEFORE 26th March 2027

The Trinity B1 GESE Grade 5 test is a 10-minute speaking and listening test that has a topic phase and a conversation phase. It is a 1-2-1 conversation with a Trinity examiner online by video call. You take the test at a Trinity SELT test centre. You can use this test to prove your knowledge of English language when you apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (Settlement/Permanent Residency).

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I am applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain AFTER 26th March 2027

A new B2 Speaking and Listening Secure English Language Test (SELT) will be introduced as part of some UK visa journeys from 26 March 2027

The Trinity B2 GESE Grade 7 test is a 15-minute speaking and listening test that is a topic discussion, interactive discussion and conversation with an Trinity examiner online by video call. You take the test at a Trinity SELT test centre.  You can use this test to prove your knowledge of English language when you apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (Settlement/Permanent Residency). 

This test will be required for MOST individuals applying for Indefinite leave to Remain (settlement), however if you are applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (settlement) through the BN(O), HM Armed Froces or Domestic Worker (Private Household) visa routes, you will continue to require a B1 speaking and listening test (GESE Grade 5 test)

The GESE Grade 7 (B2) speaking and listening exam should be available to book towards the end of the year.

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