What is the “Life in the UK” test?

The Life in the United Kingdom test is a computer-based test constituting one of the requirements for anyone seeking Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK or naturalisation as a British citizen. It is meant to prove that the applicant has a sufficient knowledge of British life and sufficient proficiency in the English language. The test is a requirement under the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002. It consists of 24 questions covering topics such as British values, history, traditions, and everyday life.


Why do you need to take/pass the Life in the UK test?


A pass in the test fulfils the requirements for "sufficient knowledge of life in the United Kingdom" which were introduced for naturalisation on 1 November 2005, and which were introduced for settlement on 2 April 2007. It simultaneously fulfils the language requirement by demonstrating "a sufficient knowledge" of the English language.



Content of the Life in the UK test


The test lasts for 45 minutes, during which time the candidate is required to answer 24 multiple-choice questions. To pass the test, the candidate must receive a grade of 75% or higher, i.e. at least 18 correct answers to the 24 questions. Testing is not directly administered by UK Visas and Immigration (which replaced the UK Border Agency in 2013), but is carried out by Learndirect, a private company.


The Official Life in the United Kingdom - A Guide for New Residents (3rd edition) PDF is the current guide and covers all the essential knowledge you need to pass your test in 2022. This essential handbook contains all the official learning material and is written in clear, simple language – making it easy to understand.


You'll learn about:



  • The values and principles of the UK

  • Traditions and culture from around the UK

  • The events and people that have shaped the UK's history

  • The government and the law

  • Getting involved in your community


How much does it cost to take the Life in the UK test?


As of June 2022, you must book your Life in the UK Test online at least 3 days in advance. It costs £50.


There are over 30 test centres in the UK. You can choose where to take your test when you book your test online.


How to prepare yourself for the Life in the UK test?


You’ll be tested on information in the official handbook for the Life in the UK Test. You should study it to prepare for the test. The handbook is available as a book, an eBook, an e-Learning subscription or in audio formats. The pdf version, as of June 2022, costs around £13.


You’ll have 45 minutes to answer 24 questions about British traditions and customs.


You need all of the following to book a test:



  • email address

  • debit or credit card

  • an accepted form of ID


When you do not need to take the test


You do not need to take the test if you:



  • are under 18

  • are 65 or over

  • have passed it before - for example, if you’re applying to become a citizen and already passed it as part of your settlement application

  • have a long-term physical or mental condition - you must provide either a form or letter from a doctor confirming your physical or mental condition.


How can HeevaCourses help you with the Life in the UK test?


Here at HeevaCourses, we offer both the general English learning course and the specific preparatory course for the Life in the UK test. If you are not confident about your English language skills, we recommend taking a trial session in our General English course first. Our teachers will help you improve your English skills very quickly.


Click below to book your trial session today:


https://heevacourses.com/online-courses/general_english_course


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