# Inburgering practice exam: free, timed and for every part

URL: https://www.inburgeringklaar.nl/inburgering-practice-exam
Other language: https://www.inburgeringklaar.nl/nl/inburgeringsexamen-oefenen
Language: English
Last updated: 2026-11-09
Publisher: Inburgeringklaar (independent, not affiliated with DUO or the Dutch government)

> A good inburgering practice exam copies the real timing: at A2 that means 25 reading questions in 65 minutes, 25 listening questions in 45 minutes, 4 writing tasks in 40 minutes, a 4-part speaking test and 40 KNM questions in 45 minutes. Use DUO's official practice exams once to learn the screens, and free timed mock exams (like Inburgeringklaar's) to practise repeatedly and track mistakes.

## Key facts

- **Official practice:** DUO practice exams for A2 and KNM on inburgeren.nl; NT2 practice on oefenexamensnt2.nl
- **A2 reading / listening:** 25 questions each; 65 / 45 minutes; aim for about 18/25
- **KNM:** 40 questions in 45 minutes; aim for about 28/40
- **B1 pass mark:** Scale score of 500 per part
- **Free practice here:** Practice per part, timed mock exams, mistakes review
- **Writing and speaking:** AI feedback against the official marking criteria (an estimate, not an official score)

## What an inburgering practice exam should do

An **inburgering practice exam** is only useful if it behaves like the real thing. That means the same number of questions, the same time limit, the same kind of texts and situations, and, crucially, feedback that tells you why you went wrong. Doing random Dutch exercises improves your Dutch; doing exam-shaped practice improves your score.

Look for three things:

1. **Correct timing.** Reading at A2 is 65 minutes for 25 questions. If you practise without a clock, you will not notice that you spend four minutes on one hard question.
2. **The right level.** A2 and [B1 exams](/inburgering-exam-b1) look very different. Practising B1 texts when you need A2 is discouraging; practising A2 when you need B1 gives false confidence.
3. **Mistake tracking.** The questions you get wrong are your [study plan](/learn/study-plan). Revisit them a few days later until they stick.

## Official DUO practice exams vs. other practice

The **DUO inburgering practice exam** pages on inburgeren.nl (*oefenexamens*) let you try A2 reading, listening, writing, speaking and KNM in the same environment as the real exam. For the B1 Staatsexamen NT2, the official practice exams are on oefenexamensnt2.nl. Do these at least once: seeing the real buttons and layout removes stress on the day.

The official sets are limited in number, though, so most people need more material. Here is how the options compare:

| Option | Strengths | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Official DUO / NT2 practice exams | Exact exam look and feel | Few versions; little explanation of answers |
| Course books and classes | Structured teaching, a teacher's feedback | Cost, fixed schedule |
| Free online [inburgering exam](/) practice (such as this site) | Unlimited repetition, instant marking, mistakes review | Not official; AI marking is an estimate |

A sensible approach to inburgering practice exams: use free practice for daily repetition and save one official practice exam per part for a final check about a week before your exam.

## Dutch integration exam practice by part

### Lezen (reading)
Short everyday texts at A2 (letters, adverts, emails, notices), longer and more opinion-based texts at B1. Practise scanning the question first, then finding the answer in the text. [Practise Lezen](/app/practice/lezen).

### Luisteren (listening)
Short videos and audio fragments. At B1 everything is played **once**, so practise without pausing. [Practise Luisteren](/app/practice/luisteren).

### Schrijven (writing)
At A2: four tasks on paper, such as a form and short emails. At B1: about twelve tasks on a computer without spellcheck. Answer every point the task asks for. [Practise Schrijven](/app/practice/schrijven).

### Spreken (speaking)
You speak into a headset in response to short videos or pictures. The challenge is often confidence and time, not grammar. [Practise Spreken](/app/practice/spreken).

### KNM
Situations with photos or short films about work, health, housing, school, government and Dutch norms. [Practise KNM](/app/practice/knm) or read the [KNM exam guide](/knm-exam).

## Dutch integration exam questions: three examples

These are original examples in the style of the exam, not real exam questions.

**Lezen (A2):** A note from the school says: *"Op vrijdag 12 mei is de school dicht. De leraren hebben een studiedag."* Question: *Wat moet de ouder doen?* (a) Het kind vrijdag thuis houden (b) Het kind vroeg ophalen (c) Een brief schrijven. Answer: **a**. The text says the school is closed all day.

**KNM:** *Fatima is ziek en kan niet werken. Wat moet zij als eerste doen?* (a) Naar de huisarts gaan (b) Zich ziek melden bij haar werkgever (c) Een uitkering aanvragen. Answer: **b**. You report sick to your employer first, usually on the first morning.

**Spreken (A2):** You see a picture of a man at a bus stop in the rain. *"Wat is het probleem? Wat zou jij doen?"* A good answer in two or three simple sentences: *"De bus is te laat en het regent. Ik zou de buurman bellen of een taxi nemen."*

Notice the pattern: the exam rewards understanding the situation and choosing the practical, normal next step.

## How to practise the Dutch integration exam at home

1. **Pick your level** (A2 or B1) based on your DUO letter or PIP.
2. **Simulate exam conditions.** Phone away, one sitting, timer running. For Lezen and Schrijven you may use a paper Van Dale NT2 dictionary; for the other parts, practise without one.
3. **Take one [timed mock exam](/app/exams/lezen) per part.** Mock exams are also available for [Luisteren](/app/exams/luisteren), [Schrijven](/app/exams/schrijven), [Spreken](/app/exams/spreken) and [KNM](/app/exams/knm).
4. **Score honestly.** For reading, listening and KNM, compare with the targets in the table below. For writing and speaking, check whether you answered every part of the task.
5. **Review your mistakes** the same day and again a few days later in the [mistakes review](/app/mistakes).
6. **Repeat weekly**, and put most of your time into the weakest part.

| Part (A2) | Questions | Practice target |
|---|---|---|
| Lezen | 25 | About 18 correct |
| Luisteren | 25 | About 18 correct |
| KNM | 40 | About 28 correct |

The exact cut-off can differ per exam version, so treat these as targets with a margin, not guarantees.

## Getting feedback on writing and speaking

Reading, listening and KNM are easy to self-check. Writing and speaking are not, because human assessors mark them on several criteria: whether you did the task and are understandable, coherence, vocabulary, grammar, and spelling (writing) or pronunciation and fluency (speaking).

On this site, writing and speaking answers can be corrected by AI against those criteria. It points out missing task elements, grammar errors and better word choices. It is useful for quick, frequent feedback, but it is **not an official result**; if you can, also ask a teacher or a fluent speaker to review a few of your texts. The [Schrijven guide](/learn/schrijven-guide) and [Spreken guide](/learn/spreken-guide) explain what assessors look for.

## Frequently asked questions

### Where can I find a free inburgering practice exam?

DUO offers free official practice exams for A2 and KNM on inburgeren.nl, and the Staatsexamen NT2 has official practice exams on oefenexamensnt2.nl. Independent sites such as Inburgeringklaar add unlimited free practice and timed mock exams for every part.

### Is there a DUO inburgering practice exam for every part?

DUO's practice page covers the A2 language parts and KNM. Practice for the B1 Staatsexamen NT2 is published separately on oefenexamensnt2.nl. Check the pages for the current versions, as they are updated from time to time.

### Are the practice exams the same as the real exam?

Official practice exams use the same format and screens, but the questions are different from the real exam. Real questions are never published. Practice questions from other sites are written in the same style and should match the timing and level.

### What score should I aim for in practice?

For A2 reading and listening, aim for about 18 out of 25, and for KNM about 28 out of 40. Aim a little higher in practice to leave a margin, since exam versions differ slightly. For B1, the pass mark is a scale score of 500, which you cannot calculate exactly from raw practice scores.

### Is there a Dutch civic integration exam example for speaking?

Yes. The official practice exams include speaking examples, and this page shows an original A2-style example. Typical tasks ask you to react to a short video or describe one to three pictures and say what you would do.

### How many practice exams should I do before the real one?

There is no fixed number, but most people benefit from one diagnostic mock exam per part at the start, weekly timed practice for the weakest parts, and one official practice exam per part in the final week. Reviewing mistakes matters more than the number of tests.

### Can I practise the inburgering speaking and writing exams with feedback?

Yes. Speaking and writing are the hardest parts to practise alone because nobody tells you what went wrong. Inburgeringklaar lets you practise both for free and gives AI feedback on your answers, using criteria such as clarity, coherence, vocabulary, grammar and spelling.

### Can I do a timed mock inburgering exam online?

Yes, and timed practice is one of the best ways to prepare. The real A2 exams are timed: Reading takes 65 minutes, Listening 45 minutes, Writing 40 minutes and KNM 45 minutes. Inburgeringklaar offers free timed mock exams so you can get used to that pace before exam day.

### Which part of the inburgering exam should I practise first?

There is no official order, so start with the part you find hardest or the one you have booked first. Many learners begin with Reading and Listening because they are multiple choice and easy to score, then spend more time on Speaking and Writing. Check your PIP or Mijn Inburgering to make sure you practise every part you actually need.

### What is the best way to practise for the inburgering writing exam?

The best way to practise inburgering writing is to copy the real exam conditions. The A2 writing exam is on pen and paper (4 tasks in 40 minutes, including a form), while the B1 Staatsexamen writing exam is on a computer without a spellchecker (about 12 tasks in 100 minutes). Write full answers by hand or without spellcheck, then check them for content, structure, word choice, grammar and spelling.

### How do I practise for the inburgering listening exam?

Practise inburgering listening with short Dutch audio and video clips followed by multiple-choice questions. The A2 listening exam has 25 questions in 45 minutes; the B1 listening exam has about 39 questions in 90 minutes, and each fragment is played only once. Get used to answering after a single listen instead of replaying clips.

### Can I use a dictionary when practising for the inburgering exam?

Yes, and it helps to practise with the same dictionary you can bring on exam day. A paper Van Dale NT2 dictionary is allowed in the Reading and Writing exams, but not in Speaking, Listening or KNM. Practise those last three parts without any dictionary so the real exam feels familiar.

## Sources

- [Inburgeren.nl – Oefenexamens A2 en KNM](https://www.inburgeren.nl/examen-doen/oefenen.jsp)
- [Oefenexamens NT2 (official practice)](https://www.oefenexamensnt2.nl)
- [Staatsexamens NT2](https://www.staatsexamensnt2.nl)