Do I need to pass the Life in the UK test or an English test to register?

The Life in the UK test and the English language requirement are central to adult naturalisation. Most registration routes, especially those for children, do not require these tests.

That said, the exact requirements vary by the specific provision you apply under, and some adult registration routes can carry good character and knowledge requirements. Because the rules differ between routes, check the requirements that attach to your particular registration provision before you apply, rather than assuming the naturalisation rules apply to you.