ESOL Citizenship

What is the ESOL Citizenship course and who is it for?	ESOL citizenship courses are for anybody striving to become a British citizen or deciding to settle in the UK for an indefinite period. The ESOL citizenship course is a mandatory requirement by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) for anyone who has a level of English below entry three. The classes are aimed at improving your spoken English skills and enhancing your knowledge of life in the UK (KOL).
Entry Requirements:	Internally assessed according to Edexcel guidelines

Course Content:	Being able to listen and respond Speak and communicate Engage in discussion and conversation Read and obtain information Write to communicate
Award:	You will receive an Edexcel entry-level one, two or three certificate in ESOL-skills for life depending upon initial assessment result.

Changes to Visa Application Fees

Below is a the link to updates of fee changes in visa applications:

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/newsarticles/2013/april/09-fees-april

Changes in English Language Requirement for Settlement and Citizenship

The Home Office has officially announced changes in the English Language requirements for those applying for Settlement in the UK and British Citizenship. As of 28/10/2013 before applying for any of the categories stated you will have to pass the Life in The UK Test and also pass an English language test in Speaking and Listening at B1 level (ESOL entry level 3 equivalent).

For more information click on link below:

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/newsarticles/2013/april/15-settlementrequirements1

Changes to \'Knowledge of Language and Life\' Requirements

Official changes have been announced by the Home Office for those applying for Settlement in the UK and British Citizenship. For either applications you will need to meet the knowledge of language and Life requirements after 5th November 2015 by:

- Passing the Life in the UK Test and
- Having a Speaking and Listening qualification in English at B1 level (Home Office approved test centre)

For more information click on the statement of intent below:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/knowledge-of-language-and-life-in-the-uk-for-settlement-and-naturalisation-statement-of-intent