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Visas: English Language

Commons · Question 128234 · Tabled 20 Apr 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 22 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Yasmin Qureshi

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to paragraph 5.60 of the policy paper entitled Explanatory memorandum to the statement of changes in the Immigration Rules: HC 1691, published on 5 March 2026, whether B2 level English

Answer

Answered by Mike Tapp, 22 Apr 2026

The changes to the English language requirements announced on 5 March 2026 will apply to individuals who are applying for settlement based on their family life, with effect from 26 March 2027. It is reasonable and proportionate that we give those already ...