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Inburgeringsexamen (DUO)

Inburgeringsexamen (DUO)

Official Dutch civic integration exam. Required to obtain permanent residency and Dutch citizenship. Includes KNM, ONA, and language parts.

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Read articles & reviews·Last reviewed: 2026-05-29

Why choose Inburgeringsexamen (DUO): Official examination body recognized in Netherlands (national). Covers A2 to B1 levels. Highly rated in our directory.

At a glance

Type
Exam
Location
Netherlands (national) · Netherlands
Format
In person
CEFR levels
A2 · B1

Best for

  • →Learners who need an official certificate or civic path requirement.
  • →People preparing residency or citizenship paperwork.
  • →People who progress better face to face.
InburgeringCitizenshipRequired

Who it is not for

  • ×Casual learners with no exam date and no certification need.
  • ×Anyone looking for a course: this is an exam body, not a school.

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Sources & verification

Official: https://www.inburgeren.nl
Listings on The Dutch Directory are sourced from official registers (Blik op Werk, DUO, Staatsexamen NT2, CNaVT), institution websites, and verified expat platforms. How we rank.

Articles & updates (3)

Preparing for the Inburgering Exam in 2026: A GuideInburgeringsexamen (DUO) review: is it worth it for learning Dutch?Inburgeringsexamen (DUO) in 2026: levels, costs, and how to prepare

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