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Inburgering A2 or B1: which level do you need?

Do you need inburgering A2 or B1? Here is how your level is decided, the real difference between them, and how to know which one applies to you.

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Practical·4 min

What is the PVT in inburgering?

The PVT (participatieverklaringstraject) is a required part of inburgering. Here is what it is, what you do, and the deadline you get.

18 Jun 2026

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Guides·4 min

What is the Wet inburgering 2021?

The Wet inburgering 2021 is the current Dutch integration law. Here is what it means, who it applies to, and how it differs from the old one.

18 Jun 2026

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Tips & tricks·7 min

How to prepare for the inburgering exam

A calm, step-by-step plan to prepare for the inburgering exam: the parts DUO tests, how to practise, and how to know when you are ready.

17 Jun 2026

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Practical·5 min

What does inburgeren cost in 2026?

What inburgeren costs in 2026: exam fees are €50 per part (€250 to €290 in total), plus course costs and a DUO loan that can be waived if you pass on time.

31 May 2026