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IELTS for UK Student Visa – Secure Your English Evidence with Confidence.

Proving your English proficiency is a mandatory step for obtaining a UK Student Visa. At Study Icon, we ensure your IELTS selection and preparation align precisely with UKVI secure testing standards (SELTs).

Official English Language Requirements

What is an IELTS for UKVI Test?

Important Information regarding UKVI IELTS

  • Only IELTS for UKVI (Academic or Life Skills) is accepted for visa applications—regular IELTS not taken at an approved UKVI test centre will be rejected.
  • The test format, scoring, and content are the same as standard IELTS; the distinction lies in UKVI-approved administration and issuance of a SELT certificate with a UKVI number Swansea University.
Course Level CEFR Level Required IELTS for UKVI Required Score in Each Skill
Below Degree / Pre-sessional B1 IELTS 4.0 Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking all ≥ 4.0
Degree level (UG/PG) B2 IELTS 5.5 Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking all ≥ 5.5
  • Visit IELTS tests for UK Visas and Immigration for more.
  • If your CAS states your sponsor has assessed your English, you may not need to upload an IELTS certificate separately; check your CAS carefully.

Exemptions from IELTS for UKVI.

You may be exempt from taking IELTS if:

In such cases, your sponsor will declare the exemption in your CAS record.

How Study Icon Supports Your IELTS Journey

Course Requirement Clarification

We analyse your course level to determine whether B1 or B2 is required—and whether you need to take the IELTS for UKVI version.

Verified Test Booking Advice

Guidance to register only at UKVI-approved test centres to ensure your IELTS certificate is valid for visa use.

Targeted Test Preparation

We help you meet required band scores in all four components—especially for high-stakes Student Visas.

Document Alignment

Guidance to ensure your CAS reflects your English proficiency accurately—essential for visa approval.

Preparation for IELTS Life Skills

For rare cases where UKVI requires Listening & Speaking B1 only, we coach students on IELTS Life Skills B1 format and expectations.

Why Trust Study Icon with Your IELTS Preparation?

UKVI Compliance

Aligned 100% with guidance issued by gov.uk, UKCISA, and the British Council.

Visit British Council IELTS.

E-E-A-T Focused

Evidence-based advice underpinned by official UK government sources.

Personalised Strategy

Custom advice based on course level, previous degrees, and exemption eligibility.

Document Accuracy

We ensure seamless alignment between your IELTS result, CAS, and visa application.

What’s Included

Course Level Analysis
UKVI Booking Guidance
Four-Skill Preparation
CAS Alignment Support
Life Skills Coaching
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