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Marriage visas: pre-entry English requirement for spouses


This consultation sought views on our proposals for the introduction of a pre-entry language requirement for those applying for a spouse visa and planning to settle in the United Kingdom.

The consultation ended on 27 February 2008.

The Government's response to this consultation and a revised analysis of consultation responses was published on 23 July. These can be found in the document 'Marriage visas: the way forward' below.

Last Updated: 23 July 2008