Do you need to take the Basic Integration Exam Abroad to obtain authorisation for temporary residence (MVV)? This exam is taken at the Dutch embassy or consulate in your home country. The exam is not difficult. You must show that you can read and speak Dutch at the A1 level, which is a beginners’ level. You do need to be familiar with the Latin alphabet. For the Knowledge of the Dutch Community (KNS) test, you need to memorise answers to 100 easy questions. The exam consists of three parts:
- Knowledge of the Dutch community (KNS)
The KNS test assesses your knowledge of the Netherlands through 100 easy questions about Dutch society. Everything you need to know is included in the photo book Naar Nederland. In the exam you’ll get 30 question, you need a minimum of 21 right answers to pass.
- Speaking
This part of the exam assesses your ability to understand and speak Dutch at the A1 level. It is a computer exam consisting of two parts:
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- You will hear a question and must answer it.
- You will hear a sentence and will be prompted to finish it.
You’ll get a total of 22 questions, and for every question a maximum of 2 points. You need a minimum of 34 points to pass.
- Reading
You are asked multiple-choice questions about a couple of texts. You’ll need a minimum of 14 out of 19 right answers to pass.
All three exam components are done on the computer. Your ability to write is not tested. Sample exams can be found on www.naarnederland.nl.
More information
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Although the Basic Integration Exam Abroad is not difficult, taking a few lessons of a beginners’ course or some private lessons will increase your chances of success.
Would you like more information or do you want to make an appointment to discuss the options? Please send an e-mail to info@nedles.nl and we will contact you shortly.