Test Day Guide

Booking Your Test

There is one official booking route: www.gov.uk/life-in-the-uk-test. Ignore any third-party sites that offer to book on your behalf. The official service says you must book online at least 3 days in advance, and the test costs £50.

When you book, you choose from over 30 test centres in the UK. You will need an email address, a debit or credit card, and an accepted form of ID. The name you enter when booking must exactly match the name on the ID you use.

What to Bring

You must bring the same original ID that you used to book the test. A copy or screenshot is not enough, and your photo will be taken on the day to confirm your identity.

If you have an eVisa, use a share code from your UKVI account to book the test. If you do not have an eVisa, accepted photo ID includes:

• A valid passport
• A valid ID card from the EU, Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway
• A valid travel document with a photo, but not an emergency travel document
• A biometric residence permit or biometric residence card, if the test is no later than 24 months after the expiry date printed on the card or 31 December 2026, whichever comes first

On the Day

The test is computer-based and lasts 45 minutes. You answer 24 questions based on the official Life in the UK handbook. Children and other family members cannot come into the centre with you.

If you do not bring the correct ID, or if you refuse to have your photo taken, you will not be able to take the test and you will not get a refund.

Accessibility and Help

You can make special requests when booking if you have a disability and need extra equipment or help accessing the centre. The official GOV.UK page also lists the Life in the UK Test Helpline for booking support.