Australian Citizenship Test — Frequently Asked Questions

The Australian citizenship test has 20 questions. You must answer at least 15 correctly (75%) to pass. The test also includes two mandatory questions about Australian values that must both be answered correctly.

You need to score at least 75% — that is, 15 out of 20 questions correct. You must also answer both of the mandatory questions about Australian values correctly, regardless of your overall score.

You have 45 minutes to complete the test. Most applicants finish well within this time. The test is conducted at a Department of Home Affairs office.

No. The citizenship test must be taken in person at a Department of Home Affairs office. However, you can use online practice tests like this one to prepare for the real test.

The test covers four main areas: (1) Australia and Its People — history, geography, and national symbols; (2) Australia's Democratic Beliefs, Rights and Liberties; (3) Government and the Law in Australia; and (4) Australian Values. All questions are drawn from the official booklet "Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond".

There is no formal limit on the number of times you can sit the citizenship test. If you fail, you can book another appointment and resit the test. The Department of Home Affairs will work with you to help you pass.

Most applicants who study the official resource "Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond" find the test manageable. Regularly using practice tests like this one significantly improves your chances of passing first time.

The official study resource is "Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond", available for free from the Department of Home Affairs website. You can also use unofficial practice tests, including this site, which covers all four test topic areas.

Yes — some test questions ask about specific dates, such as when Australia became a federation (1 January 1901) and when the first ANZAC Day was commemorated (25 April 1916). It helps to know key dates, the names of government roles, and the structure of Australia's parliament.

Applicants who are under 18 or over 60 years of age are exempt from sitting the citizenship test. People with a permanent physical or mental incapacity that prevents them from understanding the nature of their citizenship application may also be exempt.