🇬🇧Free Life in the UK Test Prep100% FREE

Pass the Life in the UK Test
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Everything you need for your ILR or British citizenship test in one place. Full study guide, practice tests, real stories from people who passed. No ads, no paywalls, no upsells, ever.

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24
Questions per test
45 min
Time limit
75%
To pass
72
Practice questions free

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Read how others passed (and failed) the test. Learn the actual study patterns that worked. Share your own story when you pass.

New: Learn through dialogue

The whole syllabus, told as a story

Inspired by the gurukulam tradition. Two characters, a retired teacher and an ILR applicant, sit down and walk through the whole syllabus as a conversation. Easier to remember than bullet points.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this resource really free?
Yes, completely free with no ads. PathCert is funded by people who use our broader certification platform. The Life in the UK Test prep is and always will be free to access. We do not run ads, do not lock chapters, and do not have a premium tier.
Is PathCert affiliated with the UK government or Home Office?
No. PathCert is an independent educational resource, not affiliated with the UK Home Office, GOV.UK, or any government body. The official handbook and test are run by the Home Office. Always book your real test through GOV.UK only.
Are these the actual test questions?
No. The real test questions are confidential. All questions on PathCert are original educational content written by us, covering the same publicly known topics that any reasonable study guide for this test would cover.
How long should I study?
Most people study for 2 to 6 weeks depending on background. People who are already very familiar with British culture and history may need less. People for whom English is a second language often benefit from longer preparation.
What is the pass mark?
You need to answer at least 18 of the 24 questions correctly, which is 75%. You have 45 minutes to complete the test. The test fee is £50 per attempt and is set by the Home Office.
Where is the real test taken?
The real Life in the UK Test is taken at an approved test centre. There are around 30 test centres across the UK. You book through GOV.UK. Bring valid ID and arrive early.
Educational use only. PathCert is an independent, free study resource and is not affiliated with the UK Home Office, GOV.UK, or any government body. All practice questions are original educational content written by PathCert. The official handbook is published by the Home Office. Always check GOV.UK for official information and to book your real test. Read full disclaimer.