IELTS Life Skills (A1 / A2 / B1)
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Practical English for UK Family & Settlement Routes
IELTS Life Skills is designed to assess Speaking and Listening rather than all four IELTS skills.
It is used for specific UK visa and immigration routes where an applicant needs to demonstrate the required level of everyday English.
A1, A2 and B1
Available Levels
The exact requirement depends on your visa or application.
Levels
- A1 — generally associated with certain family visa applications
- A2 — required in certain circumstances, including some family-route extension situations
- B1 — used for certain settlement and citizenship requirements
Always check the current UK government requirements before booking.
Everyday Spoken Communication
What Does IELTS Life Skills Assess?
The test focuses on your ability to communicate in practical, everyday situations.
The test focuses on your ability to
- Understand spoken English
- Communicate in everyday situations
- Ask and answer questions
- Exchange information
- Discuss familiar topics
- Express ideas and opinions appropriate to the level
Preparation
IELTS Life Skills Preparation at English Mentor
Preparing for IELTS Life Skills A1, A2 or B1?
Build your confidence. Improve your communication. Prepare with English Mentor.
- Speaking practice
- Listening activities
- Real-life conversation practice
- Topic-based questions
- Pair interaction practice
- Pronunciation and fluency development
- Mock tests
- Personalised feedback
Preparing for IELTS Life Skills A1, A2 or B1?
Build your confidence. Improve your communication.
Prepare with English Mentor and approach your Speaking and Listening test with confidence.