The Life in the UK test is one of the most important prerequisites for securing British citizenship. Life in the UK test was first introduced in the year 2005 as a compulsory part of the British citizenship application process.
When seeking citizenship, you must be fully aware of the country and its vast history to feel much comfortable and closer to the land.
With that respect, the Life in the UK test helps you to know the life and history of the United Kingdom.
Who can take the test?
Any overseas national seeking British citizenship or settlement in the UK and is above 18 but below 65 years of age can easily take the Life in the UK test.
How do I proceed if I am eligible for the LITUK test
You can book for the online test from the UK government’s website(https://www.gov.uk/life-in-the-uk-test) which is authorized to book for Life in the UK Test as a critical part of your visa application for British citizenship or settlement. The test is conducted online via computer-based setup in multiple-choice questions format.
You can choose from 30 centers in the UK where this test takes place.
To book a test, you must have the following:
- Personal ID
- Valid email address
- Debit or credit card
You can show the following IDs
1. Biometric residence card or Biometric residence permit
These 2 identity cards are freestanding and must not be affixed with any document. They must be up to date.
2. A valid passport
Out-of-date passports are not acceptable as your identity document. One must show the hard copy and not a scanned document of your current passport
A valid travel document with a photograph. You can use the following,
- European union identity card. It should be up to date; else it may get rejected
- You must note that the ID must match with the name in the test booklet
- If it doesn’t, you won’t be permitted to sit for the Life in the UK test
How can I prepare for the test?
You will be assessed on 24 multiple choice questions that you need to answer. To pass the test you must secure at least 75%, which indicates, at least 18 out of 24 multiple choice questions should be correctly answered by you.
You must refer to the official handbook for the Life in the UK test.
The question asked are based on the official handbook to pass the Life in the UK test. One must be thoroughly prepared to pass the exam.
What happens when you pass the Life in the UK test?
You must secure at least 75% to pass the Life in the UK test.
Once you pass the test, You will be issued a ‘unique reference number’. You can use this number to complete your citizenship or settlement application. The Home Office will refer it to see if you have passed.
For example, If you have taken the test before 17.01.2019, you must have received a letter with a ‘test reference ID’ instead of a unique reference number.
If you misplace your letter by any chance, you must send a letter explaining that you have lost it with your British citizenship or settlement application. The Home Office will reply to you with appropriate steps to follow.
The cost of this test
The cost of Life in the UK test is £50. You must book the test at least 3 days prior through the official UK government website only.
Take assistance
An important aspect of your British citizenship application is the Life in the UK test. You must seek expert legal advice before starting the application. A Y & J Solicitors have been industry-recognized in helping their clients secure British citizenship hassle-free.
