*New English Language requirement for partners and parents for UK* Clients must please note that from 1 May 2017, the English Language requirement for non-EEA partners and parents will be changed to Level A2 of the Common European Framework of References for Languages. The new English language requirement will affect all applicants who will be applying to extend their stay after 2.5 years in the UK on the 5-year route to settlement. It will apply to all partners and parents whose current leave under the UK Family Migration rules is due to expire on or after 1 May 2017.