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English Testing for UK Visas & Immigration
A Secure English Language Test (SELT) is an English language test approved for specific UK visa and immigration purposes.
Different approved tests may be suitable for different visa routes and English-language requirements. These can include approved versions of tests such as IELTS, Pearson, LanguageCert and Trinity College London, depending on the applicant’s circumstances.
SELT Options
The required test, level and skills depend on your particular visa category.
You may encounter
- IELTS for UKVI
- IELTS Life Skills
- PTE Academic UKVI
- PTE Home
- LanguageCert SELT
- Trinity College London SELT
Who May Need a SELT?
SELT requirements can apply to certain applicants across a range of UK immigration categories.
These can include
- Family and partner visas
- Settlement
- Citizenship
- Student routes
- Work-related visa routes
- Other UK immigration categories
SELT Preparation at English Mentor
Choosing the right test is only the first step.
You also need to understand its format and practise the skills it assesses. We provide structured practice, speaking sessions, listening activities, mock tests, feedback and guidance based on the requirements of your chosen test.
- IELTS Life Skills A1 / A2 / B1
- PTE Home
- IELTS for UKVI
- PTE Academic UKVI
- LanguageCert SELT
- Trinity SELT preparation
Your UK Journey Starts with the Right Preparation
Don’t choose an English test based only on what someone else has taken.
Your visa category, required level, destination, institution and personal strengths all matter. Speak to English Mentor before you book your test — we can help you understand your preparation needs and get started with a structured plan.