Canadian Citizenship Test
How long is the Canadian citizenship test?
Quick answer
You have 45 minutes to answer all 20 questions on the Canadian citizenship test. That is a generous amount of time -- most candidates finish comfortably within the limit.
The 45-minute limit
The clock starts once the test begins. You have 45 minutes for the 20 questions -- well over two minutes per question, which is far more than most need. You can review your answers before submitting.
Plan for the whole appointment
While the test itself is 45 minutes, give yourself enough time around it. The test is now usually taken online within a window IRCC gives you, so make sure you sit it in a quiet place with a stable internet connection and a working webcam.
Practise with the timer on
Time pressure is rarely the problem -- careless reading is. Practising under a real timer builds the calm, steady pace that stops you misreading questions on the day.
This is general guidance from an independent study app, not official advice. Always confirm current requirements and fees on canada.ca.