Question cards for the Republic of Latvia naturalization exam
Free naturalization knowledge test and training with question cards — prepare for the citizenship exam on the Constitution, Latvian history and culture. Each session has 30 questions with three answer options.
Preparing for the Republic of Latvia naturalization exam
To obtain Latvian citizenship through naturalization, you must pass a Latvian language test and a knowledge test on the Constitution, the national anthem text, Latvian history and culture. This practice tool helps you review the most common topics from the citizenship exam.
The tool works as interactive question cards: choose an answer, see correct and incorrect options, then press Continue. After 30 questions you will see your score and can start a new session.
This is not an official PMLP test. Official information: PMLP.
Frequently asked questions about the Republic of Latvia naturalization exam
What is the naturalization knowledge test?
It checks knowledge of the Constitution, the national anthem text, Latvian history and culture. The written test has 18 questions — 10 on history and culture, 8 on the Constitution. The anthem must be written or recited separately.
How many questions are in this practice test?
Each session has 30 questions with three answer options. Questions are randomly selected from a question bank on the Constitution, history and culture so you can practise regularly with new tasks.
Is this the official citizenship exam?
No. This is a free practice tool. The official naturalization test is organised by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs (PMLP) after you submit your application.
What topics must I know for the naturalization exam?
Constitutional basics (state power, Saeima, president, fundamental rights), Latvian history (independence, occupation, restoration, 20th-century events) and culture (folk songs, traditions, literature, art, holidays). This tool lets you practise these topics with question cards.
How many times can I take the naturalization tests?
You may take the tests up to three times while one application is being processed. If you fail the knowledge test, you may retake it no sooner than one month later, and only the part you did not pass.
How should I prepare for the naturalization exam?
Use PMLP methodological materials and sample tests, J. Taurēns’ book on Latvian history and constitutional principles, and practise regularly with this test. Before the exam you should also learn the national anthem text by heart.