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Learn Dutch in Riga

Within 40 km of Riga we found 1 university Dutch department.

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Riga in 6 questions

Where can I take Dutch classes in Riga?
Yes. Latvijas Kultūras akadēmija.
Can I take the CNaVT Dutch exam in Riga?
No CNaVT exam centre within 40 km in the public lists. The nearest is NTC Polaris - De Nederlandse School in Finland in Helsinki (362 km).
Is there a Dutch school for children in Riga?
No Dutch school for children within 40 km in the public lists. The nearest is NTC Polaris in Espoo (360 km).
Can I take the Dutch civic integration exam in Latvia?
No. The Dutch government does not hold the exam in Latvia and names Germany instead. Nationals of Latvia do not need the exam. Official page
What does the Dutch civic integration exam abroad cost?
The exam costs €150 in total, paid to DUO before you book. It is at level A1 and has 3 parts: speaking, reading and knowledge of Dutch society. DUO emails the result within 8 weeks, and a pass stays valid for 1 year. Official page
What is the time difference between Riga and the Netherlands?
Riga is 1 hour ahead of the Netherlands all year. A lesson at 19:00 in Riga is at 18:00 in the Netherlands.
For adults

University Dutch departments

Departments that teach Dutch (Neerlandistiek) as a degree subject. Their language classes are mainly for enrolled students; some also run evening or open courses.

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Online tutors, from Riga

Local classes are rare and often fixed to a term. Online tutors fit any schedule. Riga is 1 hour ahead of the Netherlands all year. Check the booking calendar in your own time zone before you pay.

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Places from the CNaVT exam centre list, the NOB schoolfinder, the IVN map of Dutch departments and the Dutch government's Netherlands Worldwide pages, refreshed 2026-11-08. Distances are straight lines from the city centre (coordinates: GeoNames, CC BY 4.0). Courses, exam dates and school places change; always check with the institution. Nothing here is paid. Every capital · Report a change