In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on The Legal Room UK, host Alex Harper is joined by Usof Shah to unpack the key updates to the English language rules for Skilled Worker visas from January 2026. This includes the new CEFR B2 requirement and how applicants can meet it based on nationality, qualifications, or approved testing, as well as when exemptions apply.
English Language Requirements for Skilled Worker Visas: What’s Changing in 2026?
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