B1 English test practice
You need B1 speaking and listening for British citizenship, and for ILR if you apply before 26 March 2027 (B2 after that). Every approved B1 test checks speaking and listening only, so that is all we practise here: no reading, writing or grammar quizzes.
The 4 approved B1 tests
| Test | What happens |
|---|---|
| IELTS Life Skills B1about 22 min | With an examiner and one other candidate: same 4 parts, plus narrating and future plans |
| PTE Home B1about 22–30 min | On a computer: Repeat Sentence (17), Describe Image (4–5), Retell Story, Story: Listen and Answer |
| LanguageCert ESOL SELT B1about 11–13 min | One-to-one: personal information, role play, describing pictures, listen and respond, short talk |
| Trinity GESE Grade 5up to 10 min | Your own prepared topic (5 points), then a conversation on 2 of 6 set subjects |
Practise each part
B1 mock tests
Each mock copies one real test's parts and order. Pick the style of the test you have booked.
Frequently asked questions
What is in the B1 English test?
Only speaking and listening. IELTS Life Skills B1: With an examiner and one other candidate: same 4 parts, plus narrating and future plans (about 22 min). PTE Home B1: On a computer: Repeat Sentence (17), Describe Image (4–5), Retell Story, Story: Listen and Answer (about 22–30 min). LanguageCert ESOL SELT B1: One-to-one: personal information, role play, describing pictures, listen and respond, short talk (about 11–13 min). Trinity GESE Grade 5: Your own prepared topic (5 points), then a conversation on 2 of 6 set subjects (up to 10 min).
Can I take the B1 English test online?
No. Approved UK visa English tests must be taken in person at an approved test centre, including PTE Home.
How do I practise for the B1 test?
Practise each task type out loud, then take timed mock tests in the format of the test you have booked. Record answers to get free feedback checks at B1 level.