Life in the UK test

To become a British Citizen, you must pass the “Life in the UK test”

You must use the only official government service for booking the Life in the UK Test. You need to take the test as part of your application for British citizenship or settlement in the UK. Link here to OFFICIAL BOOKING PAGE

You must book your Life in the UK Test online at least 3 days in advance. It costs £50.

There are over 30 test centres in the UK. You will be asked to choose where to take your test when you book.

Prepare for the test

You’ll be tested on information in the official handbook for the Life in the UK Test. You should study it to prepare for the test. The handbook is available as a book, an eBook, an e-Learning subscription or in audio formats. Study Guide

You’ll have 45 minutes to answer 24 questions about British traditions and customs.

Book the test

You need all of the following to book a test:

  • email address
  • debit or credit card
  • an accepted form of ID