Dutch civic integration practice questions with answers

✍️ By the PassDutch editorial team · Last updated: 15 November 2026 · About PassDutch

All practice questions for the A1 basic exam abroad and the A2 civic integration exam (inburgeringsexamen): KNM, KNS, reading, listening, writing and speaking. Every question shows the correct answer and an explanation in English.

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A1 – Basic exam abroad

Before you come to the Netherlands · at a Dutch embassy

🇳🇱 KNSReal exam: 30 questions in 30 minutes. A photo with a short question and 2 answers.📖 Reading A1Real exam: 19 questions in 35 minutes. Short texts, such as messages and signs.🗣️ Speaking A1Real exam: 22 tasks in 30 minutes. You answer questions and finish sentences.

Civic integration exam A2

In the Netherlands · at DUO

🏛️ KNMReal exam: 40 questions in 45 minutes. 3 answers per question.📖 Reading A2Real exam: 25 questions in 65 minutes. Letters, leaflets and job ads.🎧 Listening A2Real exam: 25 questions in 45 minutes. Conversations, voicemails and announcements.✍️ Writing A2Real exam: 4 tasks in 40 minutes, with pen and paper. A form and short messages.🗣️ Speaking A2Real exam: 16 questions in 35 minutes. You speak to the computer.

KNM · Topics

History and geography Health Institutions Social customs Education and parenting Government and rule of law Work and income Housing

Guides

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📋 The exams at a glance

Part	Format	Duration	Cost	Where
🇳🇱 KNS	On the computer	30 minutes	€150 for the complete basic exam (KNS, reading and speaking)	At a Dutch embassy or consulate
📖 Reading A1	On the computer	35 minutes	€150 for the complete basic exam (KNS, reading and speaking)	At a Dutch embassy or consulate
🗣️ Speaking A1	On the computer	30 minutes	€150 for the complete basic exam (KNS, reading and speaking)	At a Dutch embassy or consulate
🏛️ KNM	On the computer	45 minutes	€50 per part	At a DUO exam location in the Netherlands
📖 Reading A2	On the computer	65 minutes	€50 per part	At a DUO exam location in the Netherlands
🎧 Listening A2	On the computer	45 minutes	€50 per part	At a DUO exam location in the Netherlands
✍️ Writing A2	With pen and paper	40 minutes	€50 per part	At a DUO exam location in the Netherlands
🗣️ Speaking A2	On the computer	35 minutes	€50 per part	At a DUO exam location in the Netherlands

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❓ Frequently asked questions

Is PassDutch free?

You can practise the first questions of every part for free. Full access to all questions and mock exams costs €9.95 for 30 days.

Which exam do I need: A1 abroad or A2 in the Netherlands?

If you live abroad and need an mvv visa, you usually take the basic exam abroad (A1). If you live in the Netherlands, you take the civic integration exam (A2 or B1). Check your letter from DUO or Mijn Inburgering.

In which languages can I practise?

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Are these official DUO exam questions?

No. PassDutch writes its own practice questions in the style of the real exam. You can also do the free official practice exams on the government websites listed below.

🏛️ Official sources

Checked by PassDutch in November 2026.