The Skills for English tests, developed by SQA and PSI, are designed to demonstrate English language proficiency for non-native speakers. These tests have been meticulously developed and quality-assured by SQA, ensuring they align with internationally recognized qualification systems. This guarantees that the Skills for English tests meet the highest standards for both candidates and institutions.
Depending upon whether you want to work, study or settle
in the UK, you will need a SELT test at a different level.
Skills for English: SELT provides an accurate measure of language proficiency through practical and realistic tasks which you would expect to undertake in an English-speaking environment.
You get to choose the test level you require, from beginner to proficiency, for either two skills, speaking and listening, or four skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing. That way you know you are preparing for, and taking, precisely the level of test you need for your chosen purpose - no more, no less.
Visa Type | Skills to be demonstrated | Level | Maximum test time allowed | Booking link |
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Join Family visa (Spouse, Partner, Child) - Non Points Based Routes | Speaking and listening | A1 | 30 minutes | Book Now |
Further Leave to Remain:* - Family life as a partner of a settled person (Spouse/Partner) - Family life as a parent (Parent of a Dependant) | Speaking and listening | A1 | 30 minutes | Book Now |
Representative of an Overseas Business visa | Speaking and listening | A1 | 30 minutes | Book Now |
Tier 2 (Sportsperson) visa | Speaking and listening | A1 | 30 minutes | Book Now |
Further Leave to Remain (Visa extension):* - Family life as a partner of a settled person (Spouse/Partner) - Family life as a parent (Parent of a Dependant) | Speaking and listening | A2 | 35 minutes | Book Now |
Indefinite Leave to Remain - ILR * (Settlement/Permanent Residency) | Speaking and listening | B1 | 50 minutes | Book Now |
British Citizenship (Naturalisation) * | Speaking and listening | B1 | 50 minutes | Book Now |
Tier 2 (General) visa | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B1 | 175 minutes | Book Now |
Tier 2 Health and Care visa | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B1 | 175 minutes | Book Now |
Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B2 | 190 minutes | Book Now |
Innovator visa | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B2 | 190 minutes | Book Now |
Start-up visa | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B2 | 190 minutes | Book Now |
Student visa - below degree level - Check with your institution | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B1 | 175 minutes | Book Now |
Student visa - degree level and above - Check with your institution | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B2 | 190 minutes | Book Now |
High Potential Individual visa | Reading, writing, speaking and listening | B1 | 175 minutes | Book Now |
The Skills for English tests have gained the trust and recognition of various organizations, including governments, higher education institutions, and university pathway providers.
Skills for English is officially approved by the United Kingdom Government, specifically the UK Visas and Immigration division of the Home Office, for visa applicants, covering work, study, and spousal visas. Additionally, all Skills for English tests are recognized by the Ireland Government’s Department of Justice for study visa applications.
Numerous higher education institutions worldwide depend on Skills for English tests. Currently, over 140 institutions in the UK accept Skills for English: SELT, and hundreds more across the globe.
United Kingdom
London (Head Office)
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+1-987-654-3212
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Bangladesh
Banani, Dhaka
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Dhanmondi
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Chattogram
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Sylhet
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India
Kannur
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00918129255564
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Kochin
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00918129255564
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Nigeria
Lagos
57, Bode Thomas Street, Surulere.
09065327323, 07048293093
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Abuja
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+2349033173017
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Nepal
Kathmandu
3rd Floor, Putalisadak, रामशाह पथ, Kathmandu 44600
00447903108549
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Middle East
Dubai
Shabuj Global Education, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Digital Park - Dubai (Near to Dubai Academic City)- United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
247/3 King Fahad Road, Saudi Arabia
African Region
Cameroon
Mr Imanuel
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Ghana
Cecilia Godzeal
+ 233595220126
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Kenya
Diana Wanjiru
+254702833720
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Pakistan
Lahore
Sajjal Rahmeen
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