Dutch Integration Exams: A1, A2, B1/B2, KNM, ONA, MAP and PVT

Dutch integration can involve several different exams. The exam set is not the same for everyone. In simple terms, A1 is usually the exam abroad before an MVV, A2 is often the older inburgeringsexamen route in the Netherlands, and B1 or B2 usually means Staatsexamen NT2. Knowledge and participation parts such as KNM, ONA, MAP and PVT depend on your law, route and official file.

What are the Dutch integration exams?

The Dutch integration exams are not one single test. They are a group of language, knowledge and participation requirements. Check Mijn Inburgering and, under Wet inburgering 2021, your PIP from the gemeente. Those official documents show whether you need A1 abroad, A2 language exams, B1/B2 Staatsexamen NT2, KNM, ONA, MAP, PVT, or fewer exams because of an exemption.

Summary / Key Points

Do not start with a random exam list. Start with Mijn Inburgering, your DUO letters, and your PIP if your gemeente made one.
A1 abroad is the basisexamen inburgering buitenland, often needed before an MVV application.
A2 language exams are reading, listening, writing and speaking. DUO says these are usually for people under Wet inburgering 2013.
B1 and B2 language exams are called Staatsexamen NT2. Programma I is B1 and Programma II is B2.
KNM is about Dutch society. ONA, MAP and PVT are about work, participation and Dutch values, but they do not apply to everyone in the same way.

Situation	Usual exam or route	What it means
Before moving to the Netherlands with an MVV	A1 basisexamen inburgering buitenland	A basic exam abroad about Dutch language and society.
Wet inburgering 2013	A2 language exams plus KNM, and sometimes ONA and PVT	You arrange many steps yourself through DUO and Mijn Inburgering.
Wet inburgering 2021 B1-route or onderwijsroute	Usually B1, sometimes B2, through Staatsexamen NT2	Your gemeente guides you and your PIP says what you must do.
Wet inburgering 2021 Z-route	A practical route set by the gemeente	You learn language and participation in a more practical way. Your gemeente tells you what proof is needed.
Citizenship, stronger residence, work or study	Inburgering diploma or NT2 diploma	The proof you need depends on IND, school, employer or profession rules.

Part	Plain meaning	What to practise first
Lezen, reading	Understand short or longer written texts and choose answers.	Find names, dates, prices, reasons and the main message.
Luisteren, listening	Listen to audio or videos and answer questions.	Practise everyday situations, not only single words.
Schrijven, writing	Write forms, short messages, emails or longer tasks.	Use clear sentences, correct information and a simple structure.
Spreken, speaking	Speak into a microphone and answer prompts.	Give short complete answers with enough detail.

Exam	Where to start
A1 basisexamen abroad	Register with DUO first, then make the appointment through the Dutch representation or external provider.
A2 language exams, KNM or ONA	Use Mijn Inburgering when you can log in. DUO also has forms for some situations.
B1 or B2 Staatsexamen NT2	Use the Staatsexamen NT2 registration information from DUO/CvTE.
MAP or PVT	Contact your gemeente. These parts are arranged locally, not like a normal DUO exam booking.

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Dutch Integration Exams: A1, A2, B1/B2, KNM, ONA, MAP and PVT

What are the Dutch integration exams?

Summary / Key Points

Route and Exam Overview

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Language Exams: Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking

KNM, ONA, MAP and PVT in Simple Language

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How to Prepare / Next Steps

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