Life in the UK Test Cheat Sheet

• 24 multiple-choice questions per test • 45 minutes to complete • Pass mark: 75% (18/24 correct) • Questions drawn from the whole handbook • Each candidate gets a different set of questions • Taken at approved test centre (about 60 in UK) • Book online at gov.uk/life-in-the-uk-test

• ESOL Entry Level 3 = CEFR B1 • Handbook is written at ESOL Entry Level 3 • Must demonstrate speaking + listening at B1 • Welsh or Scottish Gaelic also accepted • If below B1: take ESOL with Citizenship course • B1 = intermediate (can handle everyday conversation)

• Democracy • The rule of law • Individual liberty • Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs • Participation in community life

• Freedom of belief and religion • Freedom of speech • Freedom from unfair discrimination • Right to a fair trial • Right to join in the election of a government

• New citizens take the pledge at a ceremony • 'I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms' • 'I will uphold its democratic values' • 'I will observe its laws faithfully' • 'And fulfil my duties and obligations as a British citizen'

• Age • Disability • Gender reassignment • Marriage and civil partnership • Pregnancy and maternity • Race • Religion or belief • Sex • Sexual orientation

• Book online at lifeintheuktest.gov.uk only • Bring identification (passport/BRP) • Bring proof of address • Without ID/address proof → cannot take the test • 60 registered test centres across UK • Different arrangements for Isle of Man & Channel Islands

• Step 1: Pass Life in the UK test • Step 2: Provide English B1 evidence • Step 3: Complete application form (varies by case) • Step 4: Pay the application fee • Step 5: Submit evidence to Home Office • Find forms & fees at gov.uk (former UK Border Agency site) • Fees differ by application type