How good is your English?
That's a question which is being asked after tests were introduced to ensure non-EU spouses in the Isle of Man can speak and understand the language.
A test must be taken by anyone born outside Europe, or from a non English-speaking country, who is applying to live on the Island temporarily and is in a relationship with a British citizen here.
Immigration inspector Richard Carter says it is a fairly straightforward process (play audio file):
The only exemption is for candidates who have a degree which was taught in English.
Further information is available from the Immigration Office, on 685203.
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