Work visas
Skilled Worker, Health and Care Worker, Global Talent and Innovator Founder routes that require CEFR B1 to C1 evidence.
For UK SELT visas
PTE Academic UKVI
A Secure English Language Test (SELT) approved by UK Visas and Immigration for most work and study visa routes.
Book PTE Academic UKVI- Approved by UK Visas and Immigration as a Secure English Language Test
- Same content and format as PTE Academic
- Taken at approved SELT centers with a Unique Verification Number
A UKVI-approved SELT
PTE Academic UKVI has the same content and format as PTE Academic, but is taken at a UKVI-approved SELT center under additional security requirements set by the Home Office.
Visa routes
PTE Academic UKVI is suitable for applications that require CEFR level B1 to C1 evidence.
- Skilled Worker and Health and Care Worker visas
- Student visa (degree and below-degree level)
- Global Talent and Innovator Founder routes
- Indefinite leave to remain where B1 four skills is required
On test day
Bring the valid passport you used to book. Your identity is confirmed with a photo and a digital signature, and your Unique Verification Number is issued with your score report for your visa application.
What can you use PTE Academic UKVI for?
Student visas
Degree and below-degree level Student visa applications where a SELT is required by your sponsor.
Settlement
Indefinite leave to remain applications that require four-skills evidence at B1 or above.
What our test takers say
PTE has made it possible for me to study at one of the top universities in Australia. Its rapid delivery of the test result saved me time.
— Monil, Test Taker, Surat, India
Since it is a computer-based exam, it has no potential for examiner bias plus there are no added fees. Now I can start my visa screening.
— Karen, Test Taker, Qatar
For someone who is terrified of public speaking and managing speaking anxiety, PTE is the best option to take.
— Ferdimar, Test Taker, Qatar
Frequently asked questions
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