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Skills for English

Skills for English (SELT and Global) by PSI

A fully computer-based UK Home Office SELT from PSI, available at PSI centres in around 130 countries.

Facts checked 21 October 2026

Duration
30m–3h 10m
Delivered through
PSI
Results
PSI states results in as little as 3–5 days; its FAQ says it aims for 14 days and no more than 28 days.

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Overview

Skills for English is a Secure English Language Test approved by the UK Home Office. It is taken in one computer-based session with no examiner present. Results are pass or fail, with a Unique Reference Number for the visa application.

Who it is for

  • UK family visa and extension applicants (A1, A2)
  • Settlement and British citizenship applicants (B1)
  • Skilled Worker, Health and Care and HPI visa applicants (B2)
  • UK student visa applicants who need a SELT (B1 or B2)

Versions

SELT A1 Speaking & Listening

Up to 30 minutes. Join family, some family extensions, Overseas Business Representative, International Sportsperson.

SELT A2 Speaking & Listening

Up to 35 minutes. Further leave to remain (family).

SELT B1 Speaking & Listening

Up to 50 minutes. Indefinite leave to remain and British citizenship.

SELT B1 4 skills

Up to 175 minutes. Student visa below degree level.

SELT B2 4 skills

Up to 175 or 190 minutes depending on route. Skilled Worker, Health and Care, HPI, Innovator, Minister of Religion and degree-level study.

Skills for English Global

Non-SELT version for international study, careers and schools.

Where it is accepted

  • UK visas, settlement and citizenship (approved SELT)
  • Some institutions in the UK, Ireland and the US (check with the institution)

Always check the current requirements of the university, employer, regulator or visa authority you are applying to.

Test format

Skills for English sections
SectionWhat it involves
Speaking & Listening tests (A1, A2, B1)Computer-based, 30–50 minutes depending on level.
4-skills tests (B1, B2)Reading, writing, speaking and listening in one computer-based session, up to 175–190 minutes.

Total time: 30 minutes (A1) to 190 minutes (B2, some routes), as stated by PSI.

Scores and validity

Scoring
Pass or fail only, with no score breakdown. No certificate is issued; the Home Office checks your URN.
Validity
Results are valid for up to two years from the date they are issued.

How long results take is shown at the top of this page.

Fees

We could not confirm a current fee for candidates in Pakistan from an official source. Check the price on the official Skills for English website (opens in a new tab) when you book.

Fees are set by the test owner, were checked on 21 October 2026, and can change. Confirm the price when you book. GAPICT never takes exam fees.

On test day

Identification

The ID you registered with, usually a passport. National ID cards are accepted only in the issuing country.

Arrive early, bring only what the test owner allows, and expect identity checks and a photo at check-in. Read our test day guide and exam day FAQs.

How to book

Exam seats for Skills for English are booked and paid on the test owner's own system. Delivered through: PSI.

  1. 1

    Book on bookmyskillsforenglish.com.

  2. 2

    Create or sign in to your account on the official booking site.

  3. 3

    Choose your exam, then a test centre, date and time.

  4. 4

    Pay the exam fee to the test owner and keep your confirmation email.

  5. 5

    Check the ID rules and arrive early on test day.

Book on official Skills for English website (opens in a new tab)

You book and pay on PSI's test-taker site. Rescheduling rules depend on the exam.

GAPICT cannot take bookings for this exam. Exam seats are booked and paid on the test owner's system.

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GAPICT's status with these organisations

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Skills for English FAQs

Is there an examiner?
No. The whole test is taken on a computer in one session.
Will I get a score?
No. You get a pass or fail and a Unique Reference Number (URN) to use in your visa application.
Which level do I need for a Skilled Worker visa?
B2 for first applications from 8 January 2026. Check GOV.UK for your route.
Can I retake the test?
Yes, after you receive your result. PSI suggests allowing at least 28 days to prepare. There is no refund if you fail.

Sources

Facts on this page were checked against these official sources on 21 October 2026. If anything here differs from the test owner's website, the owner's website is correct.

PSI and the PSI logo are registered trademarks of PSI Services LLC.

Skills for English and related names are trademarks of their owners and are used here only to describe the test. GAPICT is independent of PSI Services (UK) Ltd, is not endorsed by it, and is not currently an authorised centre for this test.

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