Canadian Citizenship Test FAQs — Everything You Need to Know (2025)
Preparing for your Canadian Citizenship Test? You’re not alone!
At CanadianCitizenshipExam.ca, we’ve gathered the most frequently asked questions to help you understand the process, study smarter, and pass confidently.
Here are the answers to the questions most newcomers ask before taking their test.
❓ General Questions
1. What is the Canadian Citizenship Test?
The Canadian Citizenship Test is an official exam administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to evaluate your knowledge of Canada’s history, values, institutions, and symbols. It’s based on the Discover Canada guide.
2. Who has to take the citizenship test?
Permanent residents aged 18 to 54 years old who meet all eligibility requirements must take the test as part of their Canadian citizenship application.
3. How many questions are on the Canadian Citizenship Test?
The test has 20 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 15 correctly (75%) to pass.
4. How long is the test?
You’ll have 30 minutes to complete the 20 questions.
5. What happens if I fail the test?
If you fail the first attempt, IRCC will schedule a second test. If you fail again, you’ll be invited for an interview with a citizenship official.
📘 Study & Preparation
6. What book should I study for the test?
The official study guide is Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship. It’s available for free on the Government of Canada website and on our site through chapter-wise quizzes.
7. How can I prepare for the citizenship test?
The best way is to read the Discover Canada guide and take free online practice tests like those available on CanadianCitizenshipExam.ca.
8. Are your practice tests the same as the official test?
Our tests are not official, but they closely follow the format and difficulty of the real exam. They’re based entirely on the Discover Canada guide.
9. How many times can I practice online?
You can practice as many times as you want — it’s 100% free and unlimited.
10. How often should I study?
We recommend studying one chapter of Discover Canada each day and taking a quiz after each section. Consistent short sessions are better than cramming.
🧠 Test Day Information
11. Is the test in English or French?
You can choose to take the test in English or French, Canada’s two official languages.
12. Is the test online or in person?
IRCC may invite you to take the test online or at a local test centre, depending on your application and location.
13. Can I use notes or books during the test?
No. The test is closed book, meaning no notes, books, or devices are allowed.
14. What happens after I pass the test?
Once you pass the test and interview, you’ll receive an invitation to attend your citizenship ceremony, where you’ll take the Oath of Citizenship.
15. How long does it take to get results?
Results are typically available immediately if you take the test online, or within a few days if you take it in person.
💬 About CanadianCitizenshipExam.ca
16. Is this website affiliated with the Government of Canada?
No. CanadianCitizenshipExam.ca is an independent educational website designed to help people prepare for the citizenship test for free. It’s not affiliated with IRCC or the Government of Canada.
17. Is it really free to use your website?
Yes! All practice tests, study guides, and chapter quizzes are completely free — no sign-ups or hidden fees.
18. Can I share this website with others preparing for the test?
Absolutely! Sharing helps others prepare confidently. You can also post links in newcomer or immigration groups to support others on their journey.