English test

[stevie c]

Hi has anyone got any comments to make on the english test that spouse or fiancee has to pass before there allowed visa in to the uk seems a bit unfair to me

[gWaPito]

I'm afraid it's a cross we all have to bear, Stevie c.
It is another money making exercise for our governments
Nothing we can do about it.

[keithAngel]

I heard on here its set to about the standard of a 7 year olds comprehension so shouldnt be to tricky an opportunity to improve ones English toboot after all the Phils is the third largest English speaking country and its the language of instruction at school

[stevie c]

you aint wrong another way to fleece us wondering what the test will incur for our loveones anotherits another way to make them nervous & worried

[stevie c]

thank you Keith Angel that will put my girls mind at rest she went in to panick mode already lol

[stevewool]

is this the cfo test steve c if so it sounds easy emma is going on monday

[stevie c]

no not the cfo test stevewool its a new english test the home office are introducing all wifes & fincee have to pass an english test another money making scheme for our goverment

[stevewool]

ic thats the next down payment for me to be happy 6 months time when emma is here then, it will be her xmas present from me , you know i use to think lots of imagrants where here to spong but after going through all this and the cost too how wrong i was

[vbkelly]

Hi has anyone got any comments to make on the english test that spouse or fiancee has to pass before there allowed visa in to the uk seems a bit unfair to me

this uk test was started 3 or 4 years ago.

[stevie c]

no this is a new test due to be implemented this autumn by the new home secretary teresa may

[-sillybilly-]

I heard on here its set to about the standard of a 7 year olds comprehension so shouldnt be to tricky an opportunity to improve ones English toboot after all the Phils is the third largest English speaking country and its the language of instruction at school

i dont believe this....7 year old comprehension? I think they should check on the application first and ask on what educational level has the applicant reach before they go through this test.
People who are trying to apply is going to have seizures from too much worries now...from the application itself, biometric, medicals, the vise fee, interview, the CFO, and now the English test. Blimey!
Guys, aint it getting ridiculus?

[fred]

i dont believe this....7 year old comprehension? I think they should check on the application first and ask on what educational level has the applicant reach before they go through this test.
People who are trying to apply is going to have seizures from too much worries now...from the application itself, biometric, medicals, the vise fee, interview, the CFO, and now the English test. Blimey!
Guys, aint it getting ridiculus?

No...Not when you consider that you are contributing towards the latest wheely bin chip technology.

[somebody]

i dont believe this....7 year old comprehension? I think they should check on the application first and ask on what educational level has the applicant reach before they go through this test.
People who are trying to apply is going to have seizures from too much worries now...from the application itself, biometric, medicals, the vise fee, interview, the CFO, and now the English test. Blimey!
Guys, aint it getting ridiculus?

You would hope they have the test or you can prove that you have a equivalent or superior qualification. possibly that will be the case

Personally I think its a good Idea for the country and the people who wish to enter the country.
There are many people in this country who have such a limited English language skills they cant easily communicate with the rest of the population.

The Wife took a Ilets which seemed to show that she had decent level of English that would help her settle in the country and find work. It actually helped her get her first job showing the Manger that she had good English skills which in her customer service job was more important than lets say a maths qualification.

[darren-b]

i dont believe this....7 year old comprehension? I think they should check on the application first and ask on what educational level has the applicant reach before they go through this test.
People who are trying to apply is going to have seizures from too much worries now...from the application itself, biometric, medicals, the vise fee, interview, the CFO, and now the English test. Blimey!
Guys, aint it getting ridiculus?

You can't blame the UK government for the CFO, and that is the one (in my opinion) that is the biggest waste of time.

To be honest unless the UK sponsor and the applicant speak a common language other than English if you can't pass the test (assuming it is at the standard of a 7 year old) then it may give reason to question your relationship.

[stevie c]

yes darren -b you have a very good point it really shouldnt affect the filipinas too much as most can speak english very well & therefore have no problem in passing this test just adds to the time waiting & ncosts what with all the visa application the cfo all documents supplied ect ect.

[febmary]

guys, this is another thing to worry about, another fees to be collected. But nothing we can do or stop about it...When it will be implemented..Nothing we can do but follow...
Still have time to prepare, to those people who will apply after Nov 29...just like me..

[stevie c]

guys, this is another thing to worry about, another fees to be collected. But nothing we can do or stop about it...When it will be implemented..Nothing we can do but follow...
Still have time to prepare, to those people who will apply after Nov 29...just like me..

dont worry im sure most filipinas will pass quite comfortably it just the expense & mostly the time its going to add to the application

[febmary]

worries will just fall into negatives...still have to prepare...start the ball rollin....Be prepared.

Thanks stevie c for the encouragement.

[aryM]

I heard on here its set to about the standard of a 7 year olds comprehension so shouldnt be to tricky an opportunity to improve ones English toboot after all the Phils is the third largest English speaking country and its the language of instruction at school

I agree to Sir Keith. It will not be that hard, specially for Filipinos. If really not sure with your English, there are lots online that will help one develop his/her English. The Learning English with Mr. Duncan in England is a good one.

[fred]

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