Australian Citizenship Test Practice 2026

Practise for the Australian citizenship test with original questions written from Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond, the official study book. The real test has 20 multiple-choice questions in 45 minutes. You need at least 75% and every one of the 5 Australian values questions correct. Each practice set covers Australia and its people, democratic beliefs, rights and liberties, government and the law, and Australian values.

  • Einbürgerung
  • Australien
  • 120 Fragen
  • Geprüft am 11. Oktober 2026

Kurz und knapp

Die offizielle Prüfung hat 20 Fragen. Bestanden: 15 of 20 (75%) overall, and all 5 Australian values questions correct. Zeitlimit: 45 Minuten. Zuständig: Department of Home Affairs. Hier üben Sie kostenlos mit 120 Fragen, jeweils mit Antwort und Erklärung. Am 11. Oktober 2026 mit offiziellen Quellen abgeglichen.

Vor dem Üben lesenBeginnen Sie mit der Lernhilfe „Australian Citizenship Test Study Guide“: leicht verständliche Notizen, Abbildungen und die wichtigsten Zahlen.
  1. Frage 1 von 20

    Who were the first inhabitants of Australia?
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    Antwort: B. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples were the first people to live in Australia.

  2. Frage 2 von 20

    Where are the Torres Strait Islands?
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    Antwort: C. Between the northern tip of Queensland and Papua New Guinea

    Torres Strait Islander people come from the islands between the top of Queensland and Papua New Guinea.

  3. Frage 3 von 20

    How does Our Common Bond describe the cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples?
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    Antwort: D. The oldest continuous cultures and traditions in the world

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have the oldest continuous cultures and traditions in the world.

  4. Frage 4 von 20

    About how many distinct Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages are there?
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    Antwort: A. More than 100

    There are more than 100 distinct Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.

  5. Frage 5 von 20

    After which referendum were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples counted in official population estimates?
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    Antwort: C. The 1967 Referendum

    After the 1967 Referendum, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples were counted in official population figures.

  6. Frage 6 von 20

    When did the First Fleet arrive from Great Britain?
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    Antwort: A. 26 January 1788

    The First Fleet arrived on 26 January 1788. This date is now Australia Day.

  7. Frage 7 von 20

    How many ships were in the First Fleet?
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    Antwort: B. 11

    The First Fleet was made up of 11 ships that sailed from Great Britain.

  8. Frage 8 von 20

    Who was the first Governor of New South Wales?
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    Antwort: D. Captain Arthur Phillip

    Captain Arthur Phillip led the First Fleet and became the first Governor of New South Wales.

  9. Frage 9 von 20

    Where did most early free settlers come from?
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    Antwort: C. Great Britain and Ireland

    Early free settlers came mainly from Great Britain and Ireland, which shaped Australia's culture and politics.

  10. Frage 10 von 20

    In which year did the gold rush begin?
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    Antwort: A. 1851

    The gold rush began in 1851 in New South Wales and Victoria.

  11. Frage 11 von 20

    During the gold rush, which group became the first large group of migrants from outside Europe?
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    Antwort: C. Chinese migrants

    Many Chinese people came during the gold rush. They were the first large group from outside Europe.

  12. Frage 12 von 20

    What happened on 1 January 1901?
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    Antwort: D. The colonies united to form the Commonwealth of Australia

    On 1 January 1901 the separate colonies joined together in a federation called the Commonwealth of Australia.

  13. Frage 13 von 20

    After World War II, which large group of people migrated to Australia?
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    Antwort: C. Europeans who had lost their homelands

    After the war, many Europeans who had lost their homelands came to build new lives in Australia.

  14. Frage 14 von 20

    What is Australia's national language?
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    Antwort: B. English

    English is the national language and an important part of national identity.

  15. Frage 15 von 20

    How many states and mainland territories make up Australia?
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    Antwort: A. Six states and two mainland territories

    Australia is a federation of six states and two mainland territories.

  16. Frage 16 von 20

    What is the capital city of Australia?
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    Antwort: A. Canberra

    Canberra, in the Australian Capital Territory, is the national capital.

  17. Frage 17 von 20

    What is the capital city of Queensland?
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    Antwort: B. Brisbane

    Brisbane is the capital of Queensland.

  18. Frage 18 von 20

    What is the capital city of Tasmania?
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    Antwort: C. Hobart

    Hobart is the capital of Tasmania.

  19. Frage 19 von 20

    What is the capital city of the Northern Territory?
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    Antwort: A. Darwin

    Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory.

  20. Frage 20 von 20

    Which is the largest state in Australia?
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    Antwort: B. Western Australia

    Western Australia is the largest state. Queensland is the second largest.

Was Sie vor der Prüfung wissen sollten

  • The test is a computer-based, multiple-choice test in English with 20 questions chosen at random.
  • You have 45 minutes. To pass you need at least 15 of 20 (75%) and all 5 of the Australian values questions correct.
  • Questions on Australian values have been part of the test since 15 November 2020.
  • Most people applying for citizenship by conferral who are aged 18 to 59 get an appointment to sit the test. Others may have an interview instead.
  • All questions come from the testable section of Our Common Bond: Parts 1 to 4 and the glossary.
  • The test is in English only, but the testable section of Our Common Bond can be read in about 40 other languages.
  • At your appointment you must show original photo ID, such as a passport or Australian driver licence. Certified copies and photos of ID are not accepted.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

How many questions are on the Australian citizenship test?

20 multiple-choice questions, chosen at random. You have 45 minutes to answer them.

What is the pass mark for the Australian citizenship test?

You need at least 75% overall (15 of 20) and you must answer all 5 Australian values questions correctly. Missing even one values question means you do not pass.

What should I study for the citizenship test?

Study the testable section of Australian Citizenship: Our Common Bond. It has four parts: Australia and its people; democratic beliefs, rights and liberties; government and the law; and Australian values.

Who has to sit the citizenship test?

Most applicants for citizenship by conferral aged 18 to 59 sit the test. Other applicants may have an interview instead.

Can I take the citizenship test in my own language?

No. The test is in English only. You can study from translated copies of the Our Common Bond testable section, which come in about 40 languages.

Is there an official practice test?

Yes. Home Affairs has a free sample test on its website. The questions on test day will be different.

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