Immigration and the law of IELTS training
Using your IELTS for UKVI test results
You must take an IELTS for UKVI test to apply for any visas in the UK. Your IELTS for UKVI General Training or IELTS for UKVI Academic scores can be used to apply for study, work or migration visas across the globe. You however cannot use IELTS General Training or IELTS Academic scores to apply for a UK Visa.

IELTS vs IELTS for UKVI
You might be asking, what is the difference between an IELTS test and an IELTS for UKVI test? The IELTS for UKVI tests are taken at a UKVI approved test centre and must meet the administrative requirements outlined by the UK Home Office. To show that the test was taken in an UKVI approved test centre, the Test Report Form (TRF) will look slightly different. Nevertheless, the test format of IELTS for UKVI is the same as the other IELTS tests: content, format, scoring and level of difficulty.
Immigration and the law
Legislation about immigration in the UK changes frequently. It’s important to check the UK Visa and Immigration website for changes that may apply to you. If you are interested in UK student visas, work visas, or looking for an indefinite leave to remain, you need to lodge an application with the UK Visa and Immigration Department. You may want to consider getting support from a lawyer or migration agent. You may also be able to get free advice for student visas.