UK Test ReadyLife in the UK Test Practice

The real test

How the sitting works

The official Life in the UK Test has 24 questions and you have 45 minutes to complete it. Book the official test on GOV.UK.

24 questions

The official Life in the UK Test has 24 questions and you have 45 minutes to complete it.

18 to pass

The pass mark is 75%, which means you need at least 18 correct answers out of 24.

£50

The test costs £50.

Book 3 days ahead

You must book the test online at least 3 days in advance.

Identification

You must bring the same original ID that you used when booking the test.

If you do not pass

If you fail, you can book the test again, but you must pay the £50 fee again.

Question formats

One correct answer

Four options; choose one. The most common format.

True or false

A statement about a handbook fact. Choose True or False.

Which statement is true?

Two statements; decide which one is correct (treated here as a single-answer question).

Select two

You must mark both correct options. One of two scores nothing.

Who takes it

  • Most people aged 18–64 applying for settlement (ILR) or British citizenship.
  • You do not take it if you are under 18, 65 or over, or you have already passed it for an earlier application.
  • A long-term physical or mental condition may qualify for exemption — that is decided through the official process, not this app.
  • English language is a separate requirement.

Test centres

There are more than 30 centres across the UK. You choose a location when you book. You must bring the same original ID that you used when booking the test. A copy or screenshot is not accepted. Your photo is taken on the day.

Centres are available in cities including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast, Bristol, Newcastle, Liverpool, Sheffield, Nottingham and others. The live list is on GOV.UK when you book.

Helpline published by GOV.UK for booking help: 0800 015 4245 (Monday to Friday). Book at GOV.UK.

A note

UK Test Ready is an independent practice website. Our questions are original practice questions based on the official Life in the UK handbook.