Taking the Life in the UK Test
This handbook will help prepare you for taking the Life in the UK test. The test consists of 24 questions about important aspects of life in the UK. Questions are based on ALL parts of the handbook. The 24 questions will be different for each person taking the test at that test session.
Language Options
The Life in the UK test is usually taken in English, although special arrangements can be made if you wish to take it in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.
Test Centres
You can only take the test at a registered and approved Life in the UK test centre. There are about 60 test centres around the UK. You can only book your test online, at www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk. You should not take your test at any other establishment as only certificates from registered test centres are accepted.
If you live on the Isle of Man or in the Channel Islands, there are different arrangements for taking the Life in the UK test.
Booking and Identification
When booking your test, read the instructions carefully. Make sure you enter your details correctly. You will need to take some identification and proof of your address with you to the test. If you don't take these, you will not be able to take the test.
How to Use This Handbook
Everything that you will need to know to pass the Life in the UK test is included in this handbook. The questions will be based on the whole book, including the introduction, so make sure you study the entire book thoroughly. The handbook has been written to ensure that anyone who can read English at ESOL Entry Level 3 or above should have no difficulty with the language.
The 'Check that you understand' boxes are for guidance. They will help you to identify particular things that you should understand. Just knowing the things highlighted in these boxes will not be enough to pass the test. You need to make sure that you understand everything in the book.
Where to Find More Information
- The UK government website for more information about the application process and forms
- The Life in the UK test website (www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk) for more information about the test and how to book a place
- Gov.uk (www.gov.uk) for information about ESOL courses and how to find one in your area
Check that you understand
- The origin of the values underlying British society
- The fundamental principles of British life
- The responsibilities and freedoms which come with permanent residence
- The process of becoming a permanent resident or citizen
*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*
Este manual le ayudará a prepararse para realizar el Life in the UK test. El examen consta de 24 preguntas sobre aspectos importantes de la vida en el UK. Las preguntas se basan en TODAS las partes del manual. Las 24 preguntas serán diferentes para cada persona que realice el examen en esa sesión de prueba.
Opciones de Idioma
El Life in the UK test se realiza habitualmente en English, aunque se pueden realizar trámites especiales si desea realizarlo en Welsh o Scottish Gaelic.
Centros de Examen
Solo puede realizar el examen en un Life in the UK test centre registrado y aprobado. Hay unos 60 test centres en todo el UK. Solo puede reservar su examen en línea, en www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk. No debe realizar su examen en ningún otro establecimiento, ya que solo se aceptan certificados de test centres registrados.
Si vive en la Isle of Man o en las Channel Islands, existen diferentes disposiciones para realizar el Life in the UK test.
Reserva e Identificación
Al reservar su examen, lea las instrucciones detenidamente. Asegúrese de introducir sus datos correctamente. Deberá llevar consigo alguna identificación y un comprobante de su domicilio al examen. Si no los lleva, no podrá realizar el examen.
Cómo usar este manual
Todo lo que necesitará saber para aprobar el Life in the UK test está incluido en este manual. Las preguntas se basarán en todo el libro, incluida la introducción, así que asegúrese de estudiar todo el libro a fondo. El manual ha sido escrito para asegurar que cualquier persona que pueda leer English en el ESOL Entry Level 3 o superior no tenga dificultades con el idioma.
Los recuadros 'Compruebe que entiende' son orientativos. Le ayudarán a identificar cosas particulares que debe entender. El solo hecho de conocer las cosas destacadas en estos recuadros no será suficiente para aprobar el examen. Debe asegurarse de entender todo el contenido del libro.
Dónde encontrar más información
- El sitio web del UK government para obtener más información sobre el proceso de solicitud y los formularios
- El sitio web del Life in the UK test (www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk) para obtener más información sobre el examen y cómo reservar una plaza
- Gov.uk (www.gov.uk) para obtener información sobre los cursos de ESOL y cómo encontrar uno en su zona
Compruebe que entiende
- El origen de los valores que sustentan la sociedad British
- Los principios fundamentales de la vida British
- Las responsabilidades y libertades que conlleva la residencia permanente
- El proceso para convertirse en residente permanente o ciudadano
*Fuente: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproducido bajo la Open Government Licence.*
Translations are provided as a study aid only. The English version is the sole authoritative source.
This handbook will help prepare you for taking the Life in the UK test. The test consists of 24 questions about important aspects of life in the UK. Questions are based on ALL parts of the handbook. The 24 questions will be different for each person taking the test at that test session.
Language Options
The Life in the UK test is usually taken in English, although special arrangements can be made if you wish to take it in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.
Test Centres
You can only take the test at a registered and approved Life in the UK test centre. There are about 60 test centres around the UK. You can only book your test online, at www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk. You should not take your test at any other establishment as only certificates from registered test centres are accepted.
If you live on the Isle of Man or in the Channel Islands, there are different arrangements for taking the Life in the UK test.
Booking and Identification
When booking your test, read the instructions carefully. Make sure you enter your details correctly. You will need to take some identification and proof of your address with you to the test. If you don't take these, you will not be able to take the test.
How to Use This Handbook
Everything that you will need to know to pass the Life in the UK test is included in this handbook. The questions will be based on the whole book, including the introduction, so make sure you study the entire book thoroughly. The handbook has been written to ensure that anyone who can read English at ESOL Entry Level 3 or above should have no difficulty with the language.
The 'Check that you understand' boxes are for guidance. They will help you to identify particular things that you should understand. Just knowing the things highlighted in these boxes will not be enough to pass the test. You need to make sure that you understand everything in the book.
Where to Find More Information
- The UK government website for more information about the application process and forms
- The Life in the UK test website (www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk) for more information about the test and how to book a place
- Gov.uk (www.gov.uk) for information about ESOL courses and how to find one in your area
Check that you understand
- The origin of the values underlying British society
- The fundamental principles of British life
- The responsibilities and freedoms which come with permanent residence
- The process of becoming a permanent resident or citizen
*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*
Test your knowledge of Chapter 1
Practice Chapter 1 (72 questions)The study guide content on this site is based on information from Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd edition, published by the Home Office. © Crown copyright. This is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Home Office or the official test provider. For the official handbook, visit officiallifeintheuk.co.uk.