Writing Exam (Schrijven): A2, B1 and B2 Format and Practice
Simple guide to A2, B1 and B2 Schrijven: which level to prepare for, what you write, how results work, and where to practise.
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The Dutch writing exam is called Schrijven. If your route says A2, you write 4 short tasks with pen and paper in 40 minutes. If your route says B1 or B2, you take Staatsexamen NT2 Schrijven on a computer for 100 minutes. Before you practise, check Mijn Inburgering, your DUO letter, or your PIP from the gemeente so you do not prepare for the wrong level.
Which Dutch writing exam do I need?
Use your official file first. A2 writing is usually the inburgeringsexamen Schrijven for people whose obligation still points to A2. B1 is Staatsexamen NT2 Programma I, often used for the B1-route and mbo-level work or study. B2 is Staatsexamen NT2 Programma II, usually for hbo, university, or higher-level work. You do not need to pass B1 before B2 unless your own route says so.
Summary / Key Points
- Start with your route: Mijn Inburgering, your DUO letters, and your PIP are more important than a random online exam list.
- A2 Schrijven: 40 minutes, pen and paper, 4 practical tasks such as a form or a short letter.
- B1 Schrijven: Staatsexamen NT2 Programma I, 100 minutes on a computer, with sentence tasks and short practical writing.
- B2 Schrijven: Staatsexamen NT2 Programma II, 100 minutes on a computer, with more complex short and medium-length writing tasks.
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