What is the Life in the UK test?
The Life in the UK test is designed to test your knowledge about life in the UK. Passing the Life in the UK test is part of demonstrating that you are ready to become a permanent resident in the UK. You need to take the test as part of your application for British citizenship or settlement in the UK.
If you require assistance or guidance with an ILR, settlement or citizenship, Thomas Chase Immigration are here to help. Contact us to get started.
Who has to take the Life in the UK Test?
Anyone applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain, also known as settlement or British Citizenship must take the Life ins The UK Test as part of their application. The test costs £50.
If you have a disability and require additional assistance, such as help accessing the centre, you can make special requests when you book your test.
You do not need to take the test if you:
The following people are exempt:
- Anyone under the age of 18
- Those that are 65 and over
- Those that have passed the test before. For example, if you passed the test previously as part of your Settlement application.
- Anyone that has a long term physical or mental condition. If you fall under this exemption category, you must provide the Home Office with either an exemption form or a letter from a doctor that confirms your physical or mental condition.
- Individuals who have been granted refugee status or humanitarian protections are exempt from taking the Life in the UK test when applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain and British Citizenship.
How to prepare for the test
The Life in the UK test is made up of 24 questions. You’ll have 45 minutes to complete the test. The questions are based on the 5 sections in the official study materials listed below:
- The values and principles of the UK
- What is the UK?
- The history if the UK
- Current day UK society
- The UK government, law and governance
You can purchase the official Life in the UK handbook online on the official website: https://www.officiallifeintheuk.co.uk/shop. You can also purchase the book and at online retailers such as Amazon and World of Books. The official handbook is published on behalf of the Home Office. Look out for the Home Office logo on the front cover.
Exemplar questions
Below, we have inserted a series of practice questions from the official Life in the UK practise questions handbook.
The correct answers are in bold.
How to book the test
The Life in The UK Test can only be booked via the official government service. You need to book the test at least 3 days in advance. There are over 30 test centers in the UK so you can choose the location that works best for you.
In order to book the test, you need the following things:
- An email address.
- A debit or credit card.
- An accepted form of ID such as a Driving License, valid passport, BRP, BRC or valid travel document.
If you do not have valid identification documents, you will not be able to sit the test. If it is your first time booking a test on the site, you will need to register for a Life in the UK account.
Taking the test
You will have 45 minutes to answer 24 questions. In order to pass the test, you must score 75% or more.
If you pass the test:
If you pass the test, you’ll get a unique reference number which you can use to compete tour citizenship or settlement application. Your unique reference number is important so keep a copy of it.
If you fail the test:
You can rebook the test as many times as you need to. You will have to pay each time you book the test.
How can we help you?
If you require assistance or guidance with an ILR, settlement or citizenship, Thomas Chase Immigration are here to help. Contact us to get started.
If you have questions or concerns or you would like straightforward immigration advice, or help with applying for a visa, Thomas Chase Immigration can help. Our processes are tried and tested. We offer an individual touch when assisting you and presenting the matter to the Home Office. Contact us at info@thomaschaseimmigration.com.
