Yes that is correct, you do not need the B1 English test. Well done for passing your life in the UK test. If you are confused visit www.ecctis.com/ and submit your certificates to check.
Unfortunately, no. After passing the Life in the UK test, you will have to wait for a few weeks before you can book your B1 test. The waiting period varies depending on the test centre and availability.
@@mytube3622 yes that is correct. The life in the uk test has no expiry date. B1 is for 2 years however if you submit it to the home office and the application is successful the expiry date is removed and you can use it again if you need.
If you are educated to graduate level then you are exempt from the B1 English speaking and listening exam but not the life in the UK test. See here: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/751589/Form_Waiver_KOLL_.pdf