Life in the UK Test guides
How to pass first time: a 14-day study plan
A realistic day-by-day plan built on retrieval practice, 30 to 45 minutes a day, from your first baseline test to a confident final mock.
Free practice test: try 24 questions now
Take a free Life in the UK practice test right here in your browser, 24 questions in the style of the real exam, with instant feedback and a clear explanation after each one.
Why practice tests work: the science of revising
The research behind ExamKit, in plain English. Why testing yourself beats re-reading, and how to use it to pass the Life in the UK Test.
Life in the UK Test pass mark explained
75%, which is 18 correct answers out of 24. What the pass mark means in practice, how your result works on the day, and the score to aim for before you book.
How much does the Life in the UK Test cost?
£50 per attempt, plus the costs people forget: retake fees, the official handbook, the separate English test, and how to avoid copycat booking sites.
How to book the Life in the UK Test
Book on the official GOV.UK site in five simple steps. The notice period, what you need ready before you start, and how to spot copycat sites that overcharge.
The Life in the UK Test for British citizenship
The British citizenship test is the Life in the UK Test. When you need it, how it differs from the English language requirement, and how to prepare.
The Life in the UK Test for ILR and settlement
Applying for indefinite leave to remain? When you need the test, who is exempt, and why one pass also counts for citizenship later.
What happens if you fail the Life in the UK Test?
The 7-day rule before you can resit, what a fail means for your application, why people fail, and a focused plan to pass the retake.
Who is exempt from the Life in the UK Test?
The age limits, the medical exemption, and the evidence you need. How to tell a genuine exemption from a reasonable adjustment, and who still has to sit the test.
What ID do you need for the Life in the UK Test?
The exact ID accepted at the test centre, why your name must match your booking precisely, and the simple mistakes that get people turned away at the door.
How long does the Life in the UK Test take?
You get 45 minutes for 24 questions, and most people finish sooner. How long to set aside, when to arrive, and how to pace yourself so you never feel rushed.
Mock test vs practice test: what is the difference?
Practice builds knowledge with instant feedback. Mocks rehearse the real thing under time pressure. When to use each, and how to combine them to pass with confidence.
Life in the UK Test sample questions and answers
Free sample questions in the style of the real test, each with a plain-English explanation. See what you're up against before you practise.
Is the Life in the UK Test hard?
About 70% pass first time. Why some people find it tricky, why it's very passable with practice, and how to make it easy.
The best Life in the UK Test app: what to look for
The features that actually help you pass, what to avoid, and an honest look at how ExamKit measures up.