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Line illustration of two signposts at a fork in the road, the choice between inburgering level A2 and B1
Practical·4 min

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.

Editorial illustration of the cost of inburgeren: books, euro coins and a calendar on a path toward the Netherlands
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.

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