SELT A2 Speaking & Listening

A 2-skills (Speaking & Listening) exam in English, aligned to the A2 level of the CEFR*. It is a Secure English Language Test (SELT) for UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI).

About the exam:

  • Speaking & Listening Assessment 

  • Each candidate is examined individually

  • Topics and tasks are based on practical experience

CEFR level A2 is the minimum requirement for the following visa types:

  • Spouse/Fiancé Visa Extension after 2.5 years

  • Parental visa route Extension after 2.5 years

  • Further Leave to Remain: for family route Leave to Remain applications after 2.5 years in the UK

Applicants with a higher language level can take a B1 Speaking & Listening exam, which also satisfies the application requirement.

After the exam, candidates receive a Test Report displaying their score and unique reference number (URN). The URN must be included in the visa application.

Visa requirement information is subject to change. Applicants should refer to UK Government guidance on English language exams for visas and are responsible for ensuring they take the correct exam.

*Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), developed by the Council of Europe, is widely used to describe levels of language proficiency.

Key Features

Exam Level

A2

FORMAT & DURATION

25 Minutes Computer-based interview

SELT SCORE

Speaking & Listening PASS OR FAIL

RESULTS

Normally Same day but can take up to 48 Hours

TEST REPORT

Normally Same day but can take up to 48 Hours

Exam Format

Computer-based interview

Tasks

There are 3 question types:

  • Repeat the sentence.
  • Describe the image.
  • Conversation: Listen and answer.
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