Exam
Inburgeringsexamen (DUO)
Official Dutch civic integration exam. Required to obtain permanent residency and Dutch citizenship. Includes KNM, ONA, and language parts.
- Type
- Exam
- Where
- Netherlands
- Format
- In person
- Levels
- A2 to B1
Honest fit
Good for
- Learners who need an official certificate or civic path requirement.
- People preparing residency or citizenship paperwork.
- People who progress better face to face.
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.
TaggedInburgering · Citizenship · Required
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