Overview
The citizenship test (Indfødsretsprøven) covers Danish society, culture, history and values. Passing it is one of the conditions for Danish citizenship. The questions are written by the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI).
Exam pattern
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Questions | 45, multiple choice with two or three answer options |
| Time | 45 minutes (the June 2026 test ran 13:00 to 13:45) |
| Aids | None allowed by default. Special aids or conditions need a dispensation, applied for at least 4 weeks before the test |
| Content | 35 questions come from the official learning material. 5 concern current events in politics, society and culture, and 5 concern Danish values |
Marking and results
You need at least 36 of the 45 questions right, and at least 4 of the 5 questions on Danish values.
Important dates
The test is held twice a year, in May or June and in November or December. The next sitting is on 25 November 2026, and the registration deadline is 21 October 2026. You register directly with the language centre where you want to take the test. SIRI publishes past test papers and answer sheets.
Fees
For 2026 the fee is 946 DKK. There is no make-up test for illness: you wait for the next sitting and pay a new fee.
Preparation tips
Study the official learning material, which is free and which SIRI says applies to the winter 2026 and summer 2027 tests, and follow Danish news for the current-events questions. Past tests are available to practise on.
Can I use notes in the test?
No. The test is taken without aids unless you have been granted a dispensation for special aids or conditions.
How many questions must I get right?
At least 36 of 45, including at least 4 of the 5 questions on Danish values.