Canadian Citizenship Test 2026: Free Practice Tests and Study Guide
Study each chapter of Discover Canada, practise with chapter quizzes, then take a full simulation in the same format as the real test: 20 questions, 45 minutes, 15 correct to pass.
- 1,266practice questions
- 10study chapters
- 20questions per test
- 15correct to pass
Free · No account needed · Based on the official IRCC study guide · Updated Oct 16, 2026
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The test at a glance
What is the Canadian citizenship test?
The Canadian citizenship test checks that you know Canada’s history, geography, economy, government, laws and symbols, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. It is part of the citizenship application for adults aged 18 to 54.
The test has 20 questions, either multiple choice or true or false, and you have 45 minutes. You pass with 15 or more correct answers. Every question is based on one book: Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship, the official study guide published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Most people now take the test online after IRCC sends an invitation. You get 3 chances to pass. Once you pass and meet the other requirements, the last step is the citizenship ceremony and oath.
Official test facts Source: IRCC, March 2026
- Questions
- 20
- Question type
- Multiple choice or true/false
- Time limit
- 45 minutes
- Pass mark
- 15 of 20 (75%)
- Chances to pass
- 3
- Languages
- English or French
- Who takes it
- Applicants aged 18 to 54
- Study guide
- Discover Canada (free)
How to prepare
Pass in three steps
Read, practise, then test yourself under real conditions. This is the order that works best for most people.
- 1Learn the chapter
Read the chapter in Discover Canada, then our study notes: key facts, dates and the traps the test likes to use.
Open the official guide ↗ - 2Practise by chapter
Each chapter has its own quiz, 633 questions in total, so you can find your weak topics before test day.
Choose a chapter ↓ - 3Take a full simulation
Answer 20 questions drawn from a 633-question pool. Aim for 18 or more to give yourself a safety margin.
Start the simulation →
Study and practise
All chapters of Discover Canada
Every chapter page has study notes, a key-facts summary, a link to the official chapter and its own practice quiz.
Study plan
A 4-week plan you can follow
About 30 to 45 minutes a day is enough for most people. Read a chapter, take its quiz the same day, and retake any quiz where you score under 80%.
At the end of each week, take a full simulation. Your score tells you whether you are ready: if you reach 18 of 20 twice in a row, you are in a good place.
Chapter 3 (Canada’s history) and chapter 10 (Canada’s regions) have the most questions. Give them extra time.
| Week | Study | Check |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction, chapter 1 Rights and responsibilities, chapter 2 Who we are | Chapter quizzes, then 1 simulation |
| Week 2 | Chapter 3 Canada’s history, chapter 4 Modern Canada | Chapter quizzes, then 1 simulation |
| Week 3 | Chapter 5 Government, chapter 6 Elections, chapter 7 Justice, chapter 8 Symbols | Chapter quizzes, then 1 simulation |
| Week 4 | Chapter 9 Economy, chapter 10 Regions, review weak chapters | 2 or more simulations |
Test day
How the online test works
You can take the online test only after IRCC sends you an invitation. The invitation gives you a window of time to start it.
- Device: a desktop, laptop or tablet with a webcam. IRCC says not to use a mobile phone.
- Browser: Chrome or Safari, with no VPN and other tabs closed.
- Timer: 45 minutes that cannot be paused. It keeps running if you disconnect, and the test is submitted automatically when time runs out.
- Retakes: you have 3 chances. A new test can take weeks or months to schedule, so it pays to be ready the first time.
Full details are on IRCC’s Take the online test page.
Common mistakes
Where people lose points
1867 is Confederation; 1982 is when the Charter of Rights and Freedoms became part of the Constitution.
Voting and serving on a jury are responsibilities of citizenship. Mobility rights and freedom of religion are rights.
Know which level handles what: for example, defence and citizenship are federal, while education and health care are provincial.
Practice questions help, but the test is written from Discover Canada. Read the guide itself.
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Your citizenship journey
Questions
Citizenship test FAQ
Answers based on IRCC’s official guidance.
How many questions are on the Canadian citizenship test?
The test has 20 questions, either multiple choice or true or false. You need at least 15 correct answers (75%) to pass, and you have 45 minutes. It is offered in English or French. Source: IRCC, Study for the test.
Who has to take the citizenship test?
Applicants who are 18 to 54 years old on the day they sign their citizenship application must take the test. If you are under 18 or 55 and older, you do not take it. Your invitation from IRCC tells you which test format applies to you.
What should I study for the citizenship test?
Every question is based on Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship, the only official study guide. It is free online, as a PDF or eBook, in audio and in print. Use our chapter quizzes to check what you remember after reading each chapter.
How many times can I take the test?
IRCC says you have 3 chances to pass. If you need to take it again, scheduling the next test can take a few weeks or months. If you do not pass, IRCC will tell you the next step, which can include an interview with a citizenship official.
Can I take the citizenship test online from home?
Yes, once IRCC invites you. Use a desktop, laptop or tablet with a webcam and the Chrome or Safari browser; IRCC says not to use a mobile phone or a VPN. The 45-minute timer cannot be paused and keeps running if you disconnect. Details: IRCC, Take the online test.
Are the Canadianow practice tests official?
No. Canadianow is independent and not affiliated with IRCC. Our questions are written from Discover Canada to help you practise, but IRCC advises that the official guide should be your primary resource. Read the guide first, then use our quizzes to test yourself.
How long should I study for the citizenship test?
Most people need a few weeks of regular study. Our 4-week plan covers two or three chapters a week, with a full simulation at the end of each week, so you can see your progress before test day.
Sources
- IRCC: Study for the test (test format, pass mark, chances)
- IRCC: Take the online test (time limit, devices)
- Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship (official study guide)
Canadianow is an independent platform and is not affiliated with IRCC or the Government of Canada. Our practice questions are written from Discover Canada to help you study; IRCC advises using the official guide as your primary resource.
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