The Belgian Federal Integration Portal: Official Information for NT2 and Inburgering

The Belgian federal government maintains a central information portal for integration and inburgering in Flanders and Brussels. It is not a language school or a course provider. It is the official source for understanding how the Flemish integration system works, what your obligations are, and where to find NT2 courses.

What It Covers

The portal at integratie-inburgering.be explains the Flemish integration trajectory step by step. It covers who must integrate, what the language requirements are, how the NT2 system is structured, and what certificates you need. It also links to the local integration agencies: Atlas in Antwerp, Amal in Ghent, Huis van het Nederlands in Brussels, and others.

Additionally, the portal provides information about civic integration courses (maatschappelijke oriëntatie), the integration exam, and exemptions. It is available in multiple languages including Dutch, English, French, and Arabic.

How It Fits Your Dutch Learning

This portal does not teach you Dutch. It helps you understand the system you are navigating. For newcomers confused by the Flemish integration process, the portal is the authoritative starting point. It tells you what is required, what is optional, and where to go next.

Use it early in your Dutch journey — ideally before you arrive in Belgium or shortly after. Knowing the requirements upfront saves time and prevents the frustration of discovering obligations late.

Limitations

The portal is informational only. You cannot enroll in courses through it, book appointments, or get personalized advice. For those steps, you need to contact your local integration agency directly.

The information is specific to Flanders and Brussels. The Dutch integration system (in the Netherlands) is separate and managed by DUO. If you live in the Netherlands, this portal is not relevant to you.

Some pages are only available in Dutch, which can be challenging for absolute beginners. However, the key pages about integration requirements are translated.

Who It Matters For

This portal matters for anyone moving to Flanders or Brussels who needs to understand the integration system. It is especially useful in the planning phase, before you arrive, so you know what to expect and which agency to contact.

The Belgian Federal Integration Portal is a map, not a vehicle. Read the map, then head to your local agency to start the journey.

The portal is available at integratie-inburgering.be.