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Life in the UK Test: your questions answered
Short, direct answers on the format, the pass mark, the difficulty and the re-sit rules — with the caveat that anything the Home Office sets can change, so confirm fees and dates on GOV.UK before you book.
How many questions are on the Life in the UK Test?Twenty-four multiple-choice questions, 45 minutes, drawn from the official study material for new residents.What is the pass mark for the Life in the UK Test?Eighteen out of twenty-four.How hard is the Life in the UK Test?Not intellectually hard.What happens if you fail the Life in the UK Test?You can take it again.
The format in one table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Questions | 24, multiple choice |
| Time | 45 minutes |
| Pass mark | 18 out of 24 (75%) |
| Where | An approved test centre, on screen |
| Re-sits | Unlimited, after a waiting period, fee each time |
| Booking | GOV.UK only |
The fastest way to find out where you stand
Sit exam 1One paper, cold, 45 minutes