Study guide

Free Canadian Citizenship Test Prep

Eight topics, 485 practice questions, one test. These follow the chapters of Discover Canada, the official IRCC study guide the real test is drawn from. Open a topic to work through its questions at your own pace — tap any card to reveal the answer.

Who We Are

Languages, multiculturalism, Indigenous peoples

58 questions

Canada's History

Confederation, the world wars, key milestones

109 questions

How Canadians Govern Themselves

Parliament, elections, the three levels of government

64 questions

The Justice System

Courts, police, and legal rights

30 questions

Rights & Responsibilities

The Charter, the vote, and civic duty

62 questions

Canadian Symbols

The flag, the anthem, and national emblems

59 questions

Canada's Economy

Trade, industries, and Canada's biggest partner

30 questions

Canada's Regions

Provinces, territories, and capitals

73 questions

FAQ

Common questions

How many questions are on the Canadian citizenship test?

The real IRCC citizenship test has 20 questions. Our practice test also uses 20 questions, drawn so every topic from Discover Canada is represented.

What is the passing score?

You need at least 15 out of 20 correct — 75% — to pass, on both the real test and our practice test.

How long is the test?

45 minutes. Our practice test uses the same 45-minute limit and submits automatically at zero, just like the real exam.

Is this the official IRCC test?

No. This is an independent, unofficial practice tool, not affiliated with IRCC or the Government of Canada. It won't be identical to the real test.

What should I study?

The official IRCC study guide is Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship. Our eight topics above follow its chapters — study those, then use the practice test to check your recall.

What happens if I fail the citizenship test?

You get up to 3 attempts within a 30-day window. If you don't pass in 3 tries, IRCC invites you to a hearing with a citizenship official instead. See our guide to how the online test works for the full process.

Do I need to memorize exact dates?

Focus on understanding the big picture — a handful of key dates (Confederation in 1867, for example) do come up, but most questions test whether you understand what happened and why, not exact figures.

What age do I need to be to take the knowledge test?

It's required for applicants 18 to 54. If you're 55 or older, you're exempt from the knowledge test, though you still need to show adequate knowledge of English or French.

Can I take the real citizenship test in French?

Yes. The knowledge test is available in both of Canada's official languages — choose whichever you're more comfortable with.

How many practice tests can I take on this site?

One mock test is free. A one-time $12 CAD unlock gives you unlimited timed practice tests, plus full review of every question you've missed.

Study · topic

Canadian Symbols

The maple leaf is Canada's best-known symbol, and its 11-pointed form has centred the national flag since 1965, when it replaced the Canadian Red Ensign. Red and white have been Canada's official colours since 1921. "O Canada" was first sung in 1880 and proclaimed the national anthem in 1980.

The beaver, the coat of arms (with its motto "A Mari Usque Ad Mare" — "from sea to sea"), and the Parliament Buildings' Peace Tower are all enduring national symbols. Ice hockey is the official winter sport and lacrosse the official summer sport.

The Order of Canada, created in 1967, and the Victoria Cross, awarded for extreme battlefield bravery, are among Canada's highest honours. Remembrance Day (November 11) and Canada Day (July 1) are among the country's most significant public holidays.

Based on Discover Canada — chapter “Canadian Symbols.”

Simulated citizenship test

Speaking practice

The citizenship interview

Alongside the written test, an officer will speak with you to confirm your application and check that you can communicate in English or French. These are the kinds of questions that come up — flip each card for what a strong answer should cover.

Also worth checking: your own riding’s Member of Parliament, and today’s local or national headlines — officers sometimes ask about current events to check your English or French comprehension. Those change too often for this page to track for you.

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