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Frequently asked questions — Canada Citizenship test

Quick answers about the tests, how uktest.com works, and how to use the site in your own language.

About your test

Facts about your test — how many questions, the pass mark, the time limit, and the official source. This is separate from how uktest.com itself works, below.

How many questions are on the Canadian citizenship test?+

IRCC's official test has 20 questions (multiple choice or true/false). Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/test/study.html

How many correct answers do you need to pass?+

At least 15 of 20 (75%).

How long is the test?+

45 minutes.

In which languages can you take it?+

English or French. Match the practice language using the EN / FR toggle next to 🇨🇦 CA on uktest.com.

What official study guide is it based on?+

Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship, the IRCC study guide. uktest.com practice is drawn from that guide, not the confidential live exam paper.

How many attempts do you get?+

Most applicants aged 18 to 54 are invited to sit an online test, monitored by webcam, with up to three attempts inside a 30-day invitation window. Check your own invitation letter for the rules that apply to you.

Can I book the test myself?+

No. IRCC sends the invitation — you can't book the test yourself or contact IRCC to request one. Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/test/invitation.html

Is the citizenship test a language test?+

No. Language ability is a separate IRCC requirement, assessed elsewhere in your application. Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/test/study.html

Can I take the test in my native language?+

No. The official test is in English or French only. Match that with the EN / FR toggle next to 🇨🇦 CA on uktest.com.

What happens after three failed attempts?+

IRCC invites you to a hearing with a citizenship official. If you fail the hearing, your application is refused and you would need to reapply and pay the fees again. Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/test/results.html

Does IRCC endorse this site?+

No. uktest.com is independent, free practice. IRCC warns applicants to be careful with third-party study materials.

About the tests

Which tests does uktest.com cover?+

This FAQ page covers uktest.com's practice and mock tests for the Canada Citizenship test. uktest.com also has practice for several other citizenship and civics tests — see the footer or the test switcher in the header to explore them.

Is this the official test, or affiliated with the government?+

No. uktest.com is an independent, free study aid for the Canada Citizenship test. It is not affiliated with IRCC, and it is not a substitute for official guidance. Always check the official government website for the real exam rules.

What language are the test questions in?+

It depends on the test: UK, US and Australia test questions stay in English, matching those real exams. Germany's Einbürgerungstest is in German and France's examen civique is in French, also matching their real exams. Spain's CCSE is in Spanish. For Canada, IRCC lets you sit the knowledge test in English or French, so you can choose EN or FR next to 🇨🇦 CA. This is separate from the website's interface language, which follows your own choice.

Will uktest.com guarantee I pass?+

No. Passing here does not guarantee a pass on the official test — see our Terms.

Are these the real exam questions?+

No. Practice questions are written from the official study material, not the confidential live exam paper. Each test's official source is linked above.

How the website works

What is Practice mode?+

Practice mode is untimed. As soon as you pick an answer you see whether it was correct and read an explanation, then move to the next question at your own pace.

What is a Mock test?+

A mock test simulates the real exam: it can be timed, you move through questions with Back and Next, and you only see your full results — score, pass/fail and explanations — at the end.

What are Weak areas?+

Weak areas practice focuses on the chapters you have scored lowest on. Take a mock test first so the site has enough answers to work out which topics to focus on; you'll need to be logged in to use this.

What does the hint (peek) button do?+

During practice, the hint button shows you relevant study text from the official material so you can find the answer yourself. Using it is helpful for learning, but that question is then counted as missed, even if you go on to answer it correctly.

I think a question is wrong — what should I do?+

Use the Challenge button under that question to flag it for review, with a short note if you like. Our team checks challenged questions; please don't use the general contact form for this.

How is my progress tracked?+

Every finished attempt is saved. Guests keep a copy on their own device (browser storage). If you are logged in, your results are also saved to your account, and your progress by chapter is shown on the Progress page.

Do you have an app, or does it work offline?+

No app yet, and no offline mode. uktest.com works in any mobile or desktop browser.

Accounts and saving progress

Do I need an account to use the site?+

No. You can take practice and mock tests as a guest, with no sign-up required. An account is only needed for Weak areas practice, and to keep your progress saved across devices.

What happens to my results if I'm not logged in?+

They are saved on your device only (the last 20 attempts), so they won't follow you to another browser or device, and could be lost if you clear your browser data.

How do I see my progress over time?+

Log in, then open the Progress page from the menu. It shows your status per chapter, so you can see which topics still need work.

Can I delete my data?+

Yes. Contact us and we will remove it — see our Privacy page.

Using the website in your own language

How do I change the website language?+

Use the language menu at the top of every page. The change applies immediately and stays on the same page you were viewing.

If I change the website language, does that change the test questions too?+

No. Changing the interface language only translates menus, buttons and help text. Each test's questions stay in that test's own exam language: English for UK, US and Australia; German for the Einbürgerungstest; French for the examen civique; Spanish for the CCSE. For Canada, use the separate EN / FR toggle next to 🇨🇦 CA to choose the language of the test itself.

Which languages are available?+

See the list below. If your language is missing or a translation looks wrong, let us know via Contact.

Website languages

  • English
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  • Français
  • Español
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  • Русский
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  • বাংলা
  • العربية
  • 中文
  • Português
  • Română
  • Türkçe
  • فارسی

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