Frequently Asked Questions

Anybody between the ages of 18-54 years at the time of applying is qualified to take the citizenship test. The test is used to determine if one has enough knowledge of Canada and the privileges that come with being a citizen. If you are above 55 years at the time of applying, you don’t have to take this test. However, if you happen to turn 55 years as the application is being processed, you can still have the test if you were below 55 years when signing your application.

The test covers various subjects and topics, which are found in the study guide titled Discover Canada: the (rights and responsibilities) of citizenship. You should make sure you study the guide as you prepare for the test. On the actual test, you can expect questions such as: The ideas and facts that Discover Canada presents; Your knowledge about Canada’s history, institutions, values, and history; And the responsibilities and rights that being a citizen present. See Practice Tests for chapter by chapter practice questions.

The time it takes between submitting the application and doing the Canadian citizenship test varies depending on individual applications. For instance, it varies depending on the processing times and different cases. IRCC will send you an email to let you know about the location and time of the test. It’s the official confirmation that you will take the citizenship test. You should ensure you check the CLIENT APPLICATION STATUS service to know when your notice is mailed. If you move your location, you should make sure you inform us. Update your current address online. If you require fast processing, you should check if you qualify.

CitizenTest has over 600+ test questions to get you ready for exam day. See Practice Tests for chapter by chapter practice questions.

If you failed the official Canadian Citizenship Test, IRCC will arrange for you to take another test if you still meet the criteria for citizenship. Normally, the second test follows the first one by 4 to 8 weeks, though this can vary. If you fail a 2nd time, IRCC will send you a notification requesting that you appear at a hearing with a citizenship authority. IRCC will reject your application if, after three tries, you are still unable to pass the test. To try once more, you must restart the entire Citizenship application process.

If you are unable to attend the appointment on the scheduled date and time, you must submit a letter explaining the reasons for your absence. This letter should be sent to the IRCC office where the appointment was scheduled. You can send it by mail, using the web form, or online. Failure to do so may result in the closure of your application, requiring you to reapply and pay the associated fees.

You will receive the results of the test just after you take it. If you pass the test and meet the requirements of being a citizen, you may receive the citizenship ceremony date several days after completing the test.

The citizenship test is a multiple-choice exam consisting of 20 questions. Test takers are given 30 minutes to complete the test.

To pass the citizenship test, test takers must answer at least 15 out of 20 questions correctly, or a 75% pass mark.

Test takers have the option of taking the citizenship test in one of the 20 languages that are supported by the test. However, test takers must also demonstrate an ability to communicate in English or French at a basic level in order to become a Canadian citizen.