How to prepare for the 2026 Canadian citizenship test
The 2026 Canadian citizenship test consists of 20 multiple-choice or true/false questions based on the official guide
Discover Canada. Candidates have 45 minutes and must score 15 out of 20 (75%) to pass. The test is administered online under webcam monitoring, from home or at an IRCC office. Knowing the format beforehand lets you walk in calm and focused.
Before you start testing yourself, explore our
Canadian citizenship exam questions and answers — all 66 free sample questions with correct answers and plain-language explanations, organized by Discover Canada theme.
Want the full breakdown? Read our
complete 2026 citizenship test guide for a step-by-step study plan.
Why take practice tests before the official exam?
Citizenship practice tests help you get comfortable with the question format, identify gaps by category — history, rights, government, geography — and reduce anxiety on exam day. Every practice test on CanCitiPrep gives immediate feedback with an explanation of the correct answer, so each attempt becomes real learning, not just a run-through. Repeating tests strengthens your weak spots and builds the confidence to pass on your first try.
3 free practice tests — no account required
Take up to 3 free 20-question practice tests directly on this page, with no sign-up or credit card. Each test draws questions randomly from our bank, giving you a fresh experience every time. To unlock all 770 official guide questions with progress tracking, a paid plan starts at $6.99 CAD.
Why upgrade to full access?
The 66 free questions are a great start — but the official IRCC exam draws from all themes in the Discover Canada guide. Full access unlocks all 770 official questions, spread across every category: Canadian history, government, rights and responsibilities, Canadian symbols, geography, and immigration. You also get progress tracking by category, so you can focus your studying exactly where you need it most.
Two plans depending on your timeline: $6.99 CAD for 3 weeks if your IRCC letter is arriving soon and you want intensive, focused prep; $10.99 CAD for 1 year if you're planning ahead or prefer to study over several months at your own pace. In both cases: one-time payment, no subscription, no automatic renewal. Pay once, access as many times as you like for the full duration you chose.
Aren't the 3 free tests enough?
The free tests are a great first look at the format. But with only 66 questions in rotation, you risk revisiting the same topics and leaving some themes unpractised. If you have a confirmed exam date, the 770-question bank gives you significantly more thorough preparation — and far fewer surprises on the day.
Is it truly a one-time payment with no subscription?
Yes, with no exceptions. You pay once — $6.99 for 3 weeks or $10.99 for 1 year — and that's it. No subscription, no automatic renewal, no hidden fees. When your access period ends, you will never be charged again automatically.
Is the content current for the 2026 exam?
Yes. The 770 questions cover the full official Discover Canada guide in its current version. The IRCC 2026 exam follows this guide exactly: 20 questions, 45 minutes, 15/20 to pass. No invented or out-of-curriculum questions.
Which plan should I choose?
Pick 3 weeks ($6.99) if your IRCC convocation letter has just arrived or you want a short, intensive prep. Pick 1 year ($10.99) if you're getting ahead of your exam or prefer to study at your own pace without a time constraint.
