UK citizenship knowledge test
The 24-question computer test about British history, values, government and everyday life that you must pass to settle or become a British citizen.
The real test has 24 multiple-choice questions, takes 45 minutes and needs 18 right (75%). The questions come from the official handbook, “Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents”. The questions here are written by Asagno on the same topics, so use them to check what you know, then read the handbook for the details.
Questions
24, multiple choice
Time
45 minutes
To pass
18 of 24 (75%)
Fee
£50 per attempt, booked online
Where
An approved test centre in the UK
Bring
The ID you used when booking
Study the questions first, then take the timed practice exam to see where you stand.
Every question of the practice bank with its answer, by topic. Check yourself, reveal the answer and mark what you don’t know yet.
24 questions drawn at random from the bank, with the real exam’s time limit and pass mark.
Democracy, rule of law, rights and responsibilities
From the Romans to the modern age
Traditions, sport, arts, places, education
Parliament, the courts, voting, local life
Democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, rights and responsibilities, the four nations and their saints and capitals: the values and principles chapter of the Life in the UK test.
The Romans, 1066, Magna Carta, the Tudors, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the world wars, the NHS and modern Britain: the history chapter of the Life in the UK test with a real question.
Population and languages, religion and festivals, education, arts, literature, sport and famous places: the modern society chapter of the Life in the UK test, with a real question.
Parliament, the Prime Minister, the monarch, devolution, the courts, the police, voting and local life: the government, law and your role chapter of the Life in the UK test.
You need to pass it to apply for indefinite leave to remain or British citizenship, unless you are exempt (for example by age or a long-term condition).
Read “Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents” (3rd edition, published by TSO). Check GOV.UK to confirm which edition applies when you book.
Study the questions here by topic, then take the timed 24-question practice exam. Aim for 75% or more.
Book on GOV.UK, at least three days ahead, and bring the same ID. You get the result on the day.
No. The real questions are not public. These are original Asagno questions on the same topics; they will not be word for word what you see on the day.
The government has said it plans to refresh the handbook and test. Check GOV.UK for the current edition before you study.
You can retake it after a short wait; each attempt is paid again.
Fees and rules follow GOV.UK at the time of writing; always check it before you book. Asagno is not affiliated with the Home Office or the UK government.
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