What is the pass mark for the Life in the UK test?

You need 18 correct answers out of 24, which is 75 percent. You have 45 minutes and every question comes from the official handbook.

UK focus · Updated 10/3/2026

The pass mark

The Life in the UK test has 24 multiple choice questions. To pass you must answer at least 18 correctly, which is 75 percent.

How to reach it

  • Read the official handbook, Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, from start to finish.
  • Take timed practice tests of 24 questions so the real format feels familiar.
  • Review every explanation, not only the questions you got wrong.

Our 24 free Life in the UK practice tests use the same length and pass mark as the real test.

Frequently asked questions

Is the pass mark the same every time?

Yes. It is always 18 correct answers out of 24.

Do I get my score?

You are told whether you passed, not your exact score.