You need to take the Life in the UK test as part of your application for British citizenship or settlement in the UK.

Life in the UK Test

This is the only official test you need to take as part of your application for British citizenship or settlement in the UK. It is most important to prepare well because it is highly unlikely to pass this test without having a good preparation. In order to meet the ‘Knowledge of language and life in the UK’ requirement for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)/settlement you must:

pass the Life in the UK test, unless exempt
have a speaking and listening qualification in English at B1 CEFR or higher, or its equivalent

As Life in the UK test is a computer-based test about UK, therefore it is essential to have a good knowledge about life in the UK.

Here at Hamlets Training Centre we can help you with your study and prepare you for your test. Our training is very popular because it is classroom-based training through computers. We have qualified and experienced teachers who will give you individual guidance and you will have the opportunity to do practice tests until you pass your Life in the UK test.

Course Content:

Chapter 1: The values and principles of the UK

The fundamental principles of British life
Responsibilities and freedoms of all UK residents
Becoming a permanent resident
Taking the Life in the UK test
The testable sections of this book

Chapter 2: What is the UK?

The different countries that make up the UK

Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history

The history of early Britain
The medieval period
The Tudor and Stuart monarchs of the UK
The establishment of Parliament
The unification of the United Kingdom
The Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution
The Victorian Age and the British Empire
The First World War
The Great Depression
The Second World War
Britain since 1945 and the welfare state
Great British inventions and sporting figures
Government since the Second World War

Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society

The cities and population of the UK
Religious festivals of the UK
Popular sports and famous sportsmen and women
The development of music, including famous composers
British theatre and cinema through the ages
British artists and architects
Famous British poets and authors
Sections of famous British poems
British comedy and leisure activities
Famous British landmarks

Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role

Britain as a constitutional monarchy
How Parliament works
Elections, the government, and the opposition
Devolved administrations of the UK
The Commonwealth, EU, UN, and NATO
British law and justice
The courts
Fundamental principles and rights
Tax
Driving
Community work and getting involved

Why should I choose a Life in the UK test preparation course with Hamlets Training Centre?

Hamlets Training Centre is accredited by the British Accreditation Council and it is a listed SELT Course Provider
We have dedicated tutors overseeing every aspect of your training – giving regular feedback and helping you to pass your test
We provide continuous support and guidance to build your confidence.
We will teach you until you pass
Our success rate is 98%
We provide free mock exams facilities for all candidates

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Course Summary

Life in the UK Test

Intensive Exam Preparation Course

Classroom based training : Every week
Online tutorial & support : Everyday
Course Fee: £250.00
Entry Requirement: Good reading skills in English
Course duration: Normally 4 weeks but we can support you until you pass
Weekly Timetable : Thursday- Friday ( 10:00 am)

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Life in the UK Test

Fast Track Training – 1 DAY

(Only for the advanced learners)

Training type : 1:1 training

Duration: 3 hours

Course fee: £100.00

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Life in UK Test Summary

Test Name: Life in the UK Test
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass mark: 18 out of 24 (75% or more to pass the test)
Test Centre: Choose one of the 5 closest to where you live.
Result: Results on the same day

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Frequently Asked Questions

Life in the UK Test

You must book your Life in the UK Test online at least 3 days in advance. It costs £50.

There are around 60 test centres in the UK – choose one of the 5 closest to where you live.

Prepare for the test

You’ll be tested on information in the official handbook for the Life in the UK Test – you should study this book to prepare for the test.

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

Book the test

You need all of the following to book a test:

email address
debit or credit card
an accepted form of ID

What happens at the test

You have 45 minutes to answer 24 questions based on the Life in the United Kingdom handbook.

What to bring to your test

You must bring the same ID that you used to book the test.

You must also bring proof of your address that has your name and postcode on it. It must be dated within 3 months of the day of your test. This can be a:

gas, electricity or water bill
Council Tax bill
letter from the Home Office with your name and address on it
UK photocard driving licence
bank or credit card statement

Bank statements must be an original statement printed by your bank. If you don’t usually get paper statements, you can ask your bank for one. These statements must be stamped by the bank branch that gave you it.

If you pass the test

You must score 75% or more to pass the test.

You’ll get a ‘pass notification letter’. You must send the original with your citizenship or settlement application to prove you passed.

You’ll only get one copy of the letter – you can’t get a replacement.

Call the Home Office if you’ve lost your pass letter. You won’t get a new one but they’ll tell you what to do.

Home Office lost pass letters
Telephone: 03001 232 253

Accepted forms of ID

You can use one of the following as ID to book the test:

passport – it can be out of date
UK photocard driving licence – full or provisional
convention travel document (CTD), certificate of identity document (CID) or stateless person document (SPD)
EU identity card
immigration status document endorsed with a UK residence permit on a passport with a photo – it can be out of date
biometric residence permit

If you have a disability

You can make special requests when you book your test, for example, if you have a disability and need extra equipment or help to access the centre.

When you don’t need to take the test

You don’t need to take the test if you:

are under 18 or over 65
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