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Who must take the test and language of the test

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Many different groups of people have to pass the Life in the UK Test as part of settling here. This includes people on work visas, such as those granted under Tier 1 and Tier 2 of the points-based immigration system. People in these categories normally must pass the test before they can become permanent residents.

The test is usually taken in English, because a knowledge of English is part of what is being assessed. However, there are special arrangements for the other languages of the UK. By arrangement, the test can be taken in Welsh or in Scottish Gaelic, reflecting the fact that these are languages of Wales and Scotland.

Be careful with the wrong options here. The test is not offered in languages such as French, German, Irish, Cornish, Polish or Urdu, and Welsh speakers are not exempt from sitting it. The point to remember is English by default, with Welsh or Scottish Gaelic available by special arrangement.

Memory tip: Test is in English, or by arrangement Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.

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Which languages, besides English, can the Life in the UK Test be taken in by special arrangement?

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Who must take the test and language of the test: questions, answers and explanations

  1. 1. Which languages, besides English, can the Life in the UK Test be taken in by special arrangement?

    • Welsh or Scottish Gaelic
    • Irish or Cornish
    • French or German
    • Polish or Urdu

    Correct answer: Welsh or Scottish Gaelic

    Special arrangements allow the test to be taken in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.

  2. 2. People on Tier 1 and Tier 2 work visas normally must pass the Life in the UK Test to become permanent residents.

    • True
    • False

    Correct answer: True

    True. Those on work visas, including Tier 1 and Tier 2, normally must pass the test.

  3. 3. In which language is the Life in the UK Test usually taken?

    • Latin
    • French
    • any language you choose
    • English

    Correct answer: English

    The test is usually taken in English, with Welsh or Scottish Gaelic available by arrangement.

  4. 4. Which statement about taking the test in Welsh is correct?

    • Special arrangements can be made to take it in Welsh
    • It is only ever taken in Welsh
    • It can never be taken in Welsh
    • Welsh speakers are exempt from the test

    Correct answer: Special arrangements can be made to take it in Welsh

    Special arrangements allow the test to be taken in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.

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