How many questions are on the Life in the UK Test?

The numbers at a glance

These come from GOV.UK and the Home Office caseworker guidance, as of October 2026.

What the questions are about

Every question is based on the official handbook, Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents (3rd edition). It covers the values and principles of the UK, its long history, modern society and culture, and how government and the law work.

The questions are short and factual. Expect names, dates, places and numbers, often with answer choices that look alike, such as two battles from the same century or the patron saints of different nations.

Is 45 minutes enough?

For most people, yes. That’s almost two minutes a question. The hard part is knowing the facts, not finishing in time. If a question stumps you, move on and come back to it.

How you get your result

Staff tell you whether you passed before you leave. If you pass, you get a unique reference number (URN). You need it for your settlement or citizenship application, so keep it safe.

GOV.UK doesn’t publish your score breakdown or a pass rate on its test pages. What matters is reaching 18.