UK citizenship test24 questions from a bank of 563, or pick one of the 18 numbered mock tests below. Answer, then move on; you can go back and change answers before you finish. Your result, and every answer explained, the moment you finish.
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Each mock is a full 24-question test with a 45-minute clock and a pass mark of 18, in the same mix of topics as the real thing. Every mock has different questions, so you can work through them in order and keep track of your best score on each one. Your scores are saved on this device only.
The mocks draw on all 563 of Altto’s practice questions across the five topics of the official handbook. They are unofficial practice, written by Altto, and not the Home Office’s questions. If you would rather practise one topic at a time, use Study mode above, or go to British history, government and the law, a modern society, what is the UK or values and principles.
What the official test that people take to settle in the UK or become British citizens involves.
Checked on GOV.UK
Most British people have never seen the questions, and many are surprised how hard they are. The test expects you to know things like the year of the Battle of Bannockburn, which saint’s day falls on 1 March, how many people sit on a jury in Scotland and who founded modern nursing. None of that comes up much in everyday life, which is why it makes such a good challenge to send to friends and family.
Historically about 7 in 10 people taking the real test have passed it. People who sit it usually study the handbook for weeks first.
| Topic | Examples |
|---|---|
| Values and principles | Democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance, and the responsibilities and freedoms of living in the UK. |
| What is the UK | The four nations, capitals, patron saints and their days, the flags, Crown dependencies and overseas territories. |
| A long and illustrious history | From Stonehenge and the Romans to the Normans, the Tudors, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution and the two world wars. |
| A modern, thriving society | Religion and festivals, sport, music, theatre, literature, food and famous places. |
| Government, the law and your role | Parliament, elections, the courts, the police, devolved governments and how to take part in your community. |
The government’s May 2025 Immigration White Paper proposed replacing the test with one focused more on British values and democratic principles, with a new handbook. As of late 2026 no new test or handbook has been published, so the real test is still based on the 3rd edition handbook. Check GOV.UK before you book.
One question from each of the five topics, with the answer explained. The full mock test has 24 questions in 45 minutes.
Which of these is a fundamental principle of British life?
Answer: The rule of law. The rule of law means everyone, including the government, must follow the law.
What is Great Britain made up of?
Answer: England, Scotland and Wales. Great Britain refers only to England, Scotland and Wales, not Northern Ireland.
Where is Skara Brae, the best-preserved prehistoric village in northern Europe?
Answer: Orkney. Skara Brae on Orkney, off the north coast of Scotland, is the best-preserved prehistoric village in northern Europe.
Who is the head of the Church of England?
Answer: The monarch. The monarch is the head of the Church of England. The spiritual leader is the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Who is the head of state of the UK?
Answer: The monarch. The monarch is the head of state. The Prime Minister leads the government.
Practise one topic at a time: British history · Government and the law · A modern society · What is the UK · Values and principles
