What to Expect on Australian Citizenship Test Day
Before you arrive
Bring your photo ID and your appointment letter or booking reference. Arrive a few minutes early. The test is held at a Department of Home Affairs office; confirm the exact address when you receive your appointment.
At the office
When you arrive, a staff member will check your identity and direct you to a computer terminal. The test is computer-based. If you've never used a computer before, staff can give you a brief orientation. You do not need to type — you just click on your answer choices.
The test itself
- 20 multiple-choice questions
- 45 minutes to complete — most people finish in 10–15 minutes
- Questions are drawn randomly from the official question bank based on Our Common Bond
- Two mandatory questions about Australian values must both be answered correctly
- You need to get at least 15 questions right (75%) to pass
Getting your results
Your results appear on the screen immediately after you submit the test. You will be told whether you passed or failed. If you passed, the staff member will note the result on your application file.
What happens if you fail?
Don't panic. There is no limit on the number of times you can sit the test. If you fail, you can book another appointment and resit. Use the time between attempts to study the areas you were weak on. This practice test site includes category-specific quizzes to help you target exactly those areas.
After you pass
Passing the test is one of the final steps before your citizenship is conferred. Once all other requirements are met, you will be invited to attend an Australian citizenship ceremony where you will make the Australian Citizenship Pledge. Citizenship ceremonies are typically run by your local council.