Posted: 27/04/2016 Author: Nishil Patel

UK Immigration Update: UK NARIC new designated service for Visas & Nationality applications

Following the removal of the points based calculator, individuals who need to demonstrate the criteria of meeting the English Language requirement (for UK Immigration applications) must have their academic qualifications verified by UK NARIC.

From 6 of April, UK NARIC has introduced a new designated service supporting individuals applying for UK Visas or for settlement in the UK on behalf of the Home Office called the 'Red route'. This service is in addition to the current one which is now being referred to as the 'Blue route'.

We have spoken to the Home Office today and they have confirmed that UK Visas & Immigration will continue to accept English Language Assessments (ELA) and Statements of Comparability (SOC) obtained under the 'blue route' until further notice. They will also accept the new style English Language Proficiency Statements (ELPS) and Qualifications Academic Level Statement (AQUALS), which are also known as the 'red route'.

Should you have questions, please contact:

Funmi Williams

Immigration Consultant

Santa Fe Immigration Services

Email: funmi.williams@santaferelo.com

Nishil Patel

Senior Manager

Santa Fe Immigration Services

Tel : +44 (0)20 8961 4141

E-mail: nishil.patel@SantaFeRelo.com

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