Who this page is for
Applicants confused by A1/A2/B1/B2 on a UK visa checklist.
Overview
A1 is a basic user. It shows up on some family routes (speaking and listening), not on master's admissions. Do not sit a four-skill Academic exam 'to be safe' if the route only asks A1 speaking & listening — you will overpay and still need the right SELT name.
What actually matters
- Route → CEFR → approved test.
- Admissions IELTS bands are a parallel conversation.
Official
Prove your English language abilities with a SELT — GOV.UK.
Verify on the official source
Fees, dates, accepted scores and visa rules change. Confirm the current figure on the official test, university, regulator or government page before you book or pay. StudyWhere is an advisor, not the test owner.
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Next step on StudyWhere
Tell us the exact UK visa name on your checklist.
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