Key facts about the citizenship test
45 questions
Multiple choice with 4 answer options per question
36 correct
Minimum to pass (80%) + 4/5 on Danish values
45 minutes
Time to answer all questions
DKK 946
Official exam fee in 2026
Exam dates 2026
The citizenship test is held twice a year. Registration typically opens 2–3 months before the exam.
Forårsprøve 2026
3. juni 2026
Registration deadline: 29. april 2026
Fee: DKK 946
Efterårsprøve 2026
25. november 2026
Registration deadline: 21. oktober 2026
Fee: DKK 946
Official dates, deadlines, and fees are published on danskogproever.dk
Note on citizenship applications
On 6. marts 2026, the Ministry of Immigration and Integration suspended processing of naturalisation cases, but the exam will still be held as planned.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the next Danish citizenship test in 2026?
The next citizenship test is on 25. november 2026. The registration deadline is 21. oktober 2026.
How many questions are there, and how many do I need to get right?
The exam has 45 questions. You need at least 36 correct (80%) to pass. You must also answer at least 4 out of 5 questions on Danish values correctly.
How much does it cost to take the citizenship test?
The exam fee is DKK 946 in 2026. You register directly with the language centre where you want to take the exam.
Has processing of citizenship applications been paused?
Yes. On 6. marts 2026, the Ministry of Immigration and Integration suspended processing of naturalisation cases, but the citizenship test will still be held as planned.
What do you need to study for the citizenship test?
The curriculum covers Danish history, politics, society, culture, and Danish values. The official learning materials form the basis, and we have structured the content in our free textbook.