Government Confirms UK Passport Fees to Rise, Online Applications to Break £100 Threshold The UK government has announced a significant increase to passport application fees, with the cost of a standard online adult application rising above £100 for the first time. The changes, published by the Home Office and HM Passport Office, are set to take effect from 8 April 2026, subject to parliamentary approval. Under the new proposals: A standard online passport application made within the UK will increase from £94.50 to £102 for adults, and from £61.50 to £66.50 for children. Postal applications in the UK will rise to £115.50 for [...]

Trinity SELT Pricing Update – Effective 1 April 2026 We are sharing an important update regarding Trinity College London’s Secure English Language Tests (SELTs), including a forthcoming pricing adjustment and Trinity’s ongoing commitment to excellence in customer service. This information is designed to help candidates and centres plan ahead and continue supporting individuals throughout their SELT journey. SELT Price Update From 1 April 2026, Trinity College London will implement a small adjustment to the pricing of their SELT exams and the optional Exam Protect service. The updated prices are as follows: Speaking & Listening Exams (GESE): £150 → £160 Four-Skills Exams [...]

News Update: English Language Requirement Rising to B2 – Landmark Earned Settlement Reforms Hamlets Training Centre Update – 5 March 2026 Migrants applying to settle permanently in the UK will now need to speak English to a higher standard, under landmark reforms announced by the Home Office. Applicants are being given a full year’s notice to prepare, providing the best opportunity to integrate fully into British life. This change is the first major milestone in the government’s Earned Settlement reforms, which aim to reward those who contribute, integrate, and follow the rules. Since January, most work visa applicants have already been [...]

Opening Doors to the UK Through English: SELT Preparation at Hamlets Training Centre For more than a decade, Hamlets Training Centre has been a leading destination for learners preparing for the Secure English Language Test (SELT)—a requirement for many UK visa categories. As a listed SELT Course Provider and SELT Examination Registration Centre, Hamlets offers a complete, supportive journey from preparation to booking your exam, ensuring every learner feels confident, ready, and fully informed. Whether you are applying for a Skilled Worker visa, Health and Care Worker visa, or Student visa, Hamlets Training Centre provides the expert guidance you need [...]

The UK Home Office has introduced the UK eVisa as a replacement for Biometric Residence Permits (BRP) and Biometric Residence Cards (BRC). This new digital proof of immigration status affects candidates booking Secure English Language Tests (SELT) with Trinity College London. Candidates can now use their UK eVisa to book a Trinity SELT exam by providing a Share Code during the booking process. Booking a Trinity SELT Exam with a UK eVisa Candidates booking a Trinity SELT exam using a UK eVisa must provide a Share Code on Trinity’s booking website: Trinity SELT Booking. On the test day, Trinity staff [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 30 Aug  2024  – Hamlets Training Centre , a leading institution in preparing students to pass their secure English language test and Life in the UK test, is pleased to announce its reopening on 02 September 2024 following a summer break. As the new season begins, the centre is ready to welcome back students and professionals with a host of enhanced programs and innovative new courses designed to meet the evolving needs of learners. “We are excited to reopen our doors and continue our mission of providing top-quality education and training,” said Roberto Foth, Head of Learning  at [...]

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