Practical guides to help you prepare: how to study, what each test covers, what to expect on test day and the latest rule changes.
What happens at the USCIS naturalization interview: the oath, your N-400 review, the English test and the civics test, plus what to bring and how to prepare.
Read guide US Naturalization Interview: What to Expect, Step by StepHow the English test at the US naturalization interview works: reading, writing and speaking, what you need to pass, who is exempt and how to practise.
Read guide US Citizenship English Test: Reading, Writing and Speaking ExplainedDocuments, timing, reading questions carefully and what to do if you get stuck. A checklist for the day of your test.
Read guide Citizenship Test Day: What to Bring and How to Stay CalmAbout 20 countries run a formal citizenship test: the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Spain, Sweden, Greece and more. See every country by region, with test or no test.
Read guide Which Countries Have a Citizenship Test? A Country-by-Country Overview128 possible questions, up to 20 asked and 12 correct needed. Here is what the 2025 civics test means for your naturalization interview.
Read guide The 2025 US Civics Test: What Changed and Who It Applies ToA citizenship test checks what you know about a country; a language test checks how well you speak its language. Many countries require both.
Read guide Citizenship Test vs Language Test: What’s the Difference?Most people need 2 to 6 weeks of regular study to pass a citizenship test. Here is how long to study for each major test and how to know when you are ready.
Read guide How Long Does It Take to Study for a Citizenship Test?Since January 2026, a 40-question civic exam is required for French naturalisation and for multi-year and 10-year residence cards.
Read guide France’s New Civic Exam (Examen Civique): A 2026 GuideFailed your citizenship test? You can usually try again. Retake rules for the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany and Spain, and how to pass next time.
Read guide What Happens If You Fail a Citizenship Test? Retake Rules by CountryTake a free practice test for your country.