B1 English Test (GESE Grade 5) – SELT in Birmingham

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The B1 English Test (GESE Grade 5) is a Secure English Language Test (SELT) accepted by the UK Home Office. It is a mandatory requirement for individuals applying for:

British Citizenship (Naturalisation)
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
Spouse/Partner Visa Extension (after 2.5 years)

This short speaking and listening exam is conducted and is available at approved SELT centres in Birmingham and across the UK. Our course will guide you through every step—from preparation to booking—to ensure a successful outcome.

Who Should Take This Test?

You must take the B1 GESE Grade 5 test if you are:

Applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
Applying for British Citizenship (Naturalisation)
Renewing a Spouse or Partner Visa (after 30 months in the UK)
Required to prove B1 level English proficiency under UKVI rules

Test Format

Test Name: GESE Grade 5
Level: B1 CEFR
Duration: 10 minutes
Skills Assessed: Speaking & Listening
Test Structure:
- Topic Discussion: A personal topic you choose and prepare in advance
- Conversation Phase: General questions on everyday subjects
Location: SELT test centres in Birmingham and major UK cities
Test Provider: Trinity College London (Home Office approved)

Benefits of This Test

Required by the UKVI for ILR and Citizenship
Test results are usually available within 7 days
Certificate valid for life (for naturalisation/ILR purposes)
Delivered by qualified examiners in a friendly, one-to-one setting
Available frequently at convenient Birmingham locations

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Course Features

Step-by-step test preparation guide
Practice questions and mock interviews
Tips for success in the test
Fast booking assistance at your nearest Birmingham SELT centre
Access to sample videos and examiner feedback examples

Preparation Support

We offer tailored preparation to boost your confidence and test performance:

Private online coaching sessions
One-to-one topic development support
Mock interviews with performance feedback
Printable revision materials and speaking guides

Why Choose Us?

✅ Expert trainers with experience in UKVI English tests
✅ Support in booking and preparing for your exam
✅ Focused training based on the B1 GESE syllabus
✅ Based in or near Birmingham – local test knowledge
✅ High student pass rates and satisfaction

Eligibility Requirements

To sit the B1 GESE Grade 5 test, you must:

Be 18 years or older
Provide valid photo ID (e.g. passport, BRP card, EU/EEA ID)
Have basic speaking and listening skills in English at B1 level
Be applying for a UK visa, ILR, or citizenship that requires B1 English

Booking the Test

Visit the official Trinity SELT booking website
Choose Birmingham as your test location
Select a convenient test date and time
Receive your booking confirmation email