Cambridge ICFE supports UK Border Agency's
Tier 2 system

 

Cambridge, 27 November 2008:

 

A number of Cambridge ESOL examinations including the International Certificate in Financial English (ICFE) have been accepted by the UK Border Agency and can be used as proof of English language ability under Tier 2 of the Points Based System (PBS).

 

Under the new Tier 2 of the PBS for immigration that comes into effect on 27th November 2008, migrants who are to undertake skilled work will, in most cases be expected to provide evidence which demonstrates that they have an acceptable standard of English.

 

The UK Border Agency is responsible for the control of borders and migration

and Tier 2 of the PBS enables UK employers to recruit skilled workers from

outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for particular jobs that cannot be

filled by a British or EEA national.

 

Michael Milanovic, CEO for Cambridge ESOL is pleased with the latest

developments in this field.

 

“Our examinations have recently been approved by the UK Border Agency for both Tier 1 and 2 of the PBS. Over the past few years we have developed a range of certificates and exams to establish a strong base of competence in English for speakers of other languages. For migrants coming to work in this country, the ability to speak English to a competent level improves their chances to succeed and integrate into society. Being able to converse in English means they will have a head start in their new roles and that can only be good for the UK economy.”