The Life in the UK test is a mandatory requirement for anyone applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) or British citizenship. With a pass mark of 75% (18 out of 24 questions correct), preparation is everything.

The test is a computer-based examination lasting **45 minutes**. You will answer **24 multiple-choice questions** drawn from the official handbook, *Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents* (3rd Edition).

The test costs **£50 per attempt**, so failing means paying again. This guide will help you avoid that.

• 24 questions in 45 minutes
• 18 correct answers needed to pass (75%)
• Questions cover 5 chapters of the official handbook
• Most questions are multiple-choice with 4 options
• Some questions ask you to select two correct answers

The test is based entirely on the 3rd Edition handbook. Every question is drawn from this single source.

The five chapters are:

1. The Values and Principles of the UK
2. What Is the UK?
3. A Long and Illustrious History (largest chapter — most questions come from here)
4. A Modern, Thriving Society
5. The UK Government, the Law and Your Role

**Tip:** Chapter 3 (History) and Chapter 5 (Government) account for roughly 60% of all questions.

The single most effective preparation method is taking practice tests every day for at least **2 weeks** before your test date.

• Practice tests expose you to the exact style of questions used in the real test
• Instant explanations help you understand why an answer is correct
• You identify your weak topics quickly
• Repetition helps facts stick in long-term memory

We offer over **1,000 free practice questions** across all 5 chapters, with instant feedback and detailed explanations for every answer.

[Start practising free →](https://lifetest.uk/tests)

After completing several practice tests, you will notice patterns. Use our **progress tracking** feature to see exactly which topics you are scoring lowest on, then drill those chapters specifically.

Once you are scoring consistently above 80% on topic-specific tests, switch to **full mock exams**.

[Take a free mock exam →](https://lifetest.uk/exams)

1. Only reading the handbook — Reading without testing yourself is passive learning.
2. Cramming the night before — Spread your study over at least 2 weeks.
3. Ignoring Chapter 3 — It accounts for the most questions.
4. Not understanding explanations — Understand why the correct answer is correct.

There are **24 questions**. You need at least **18 correct** (75%) to pass.

The test costs **£50 per attempt**.

No. The test must be taken at an **official test centre** in person.