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Exam guide · A1

Yurt dışı temel sınav

The civic integration exam abroad is taken at the Dutch representation in your country before you move to the Netherlands, for example for family reunification. It tests basic Dutch reading and speaking, plus knowledge about Dutch society.

At a glance

Language level
A1
Sections
3
Total time
95 min
  • People planning to come to the Netherlands for family reunification
  • People who don't live in the Netherlands yet
  • People starting from zero or with very little Dutch

Build your language foundation with the A1 video lessons and study the KNS topics in Turkish; then take practice exams from each section and rehearse with the simulation in the last weeks.

Sections

01

KNS · Hollanda toplumu bilgisi

20 practice exams

Görselli, iki şıklı sorular.

Duration
30 min
Questions
30
Pass mark
21 correct
Tips for this section
  • Look at the clues in the image: the person, place and objects often point to the right answer.
  • Make cards that sum up the duties of institutions (gemeente, huisarts, school) in one sentence.
  • Solve several questions in a row on the same topic to catch confusing points early.
02

Lezen · Okuma

20 practice exams

Kısa metinler, tablolar ve ilanlar; dört şıklı sorular.

Duration
35 min
Questions
19
Pass mark
14 correct
Tips for this section
  • Read the question first, then scan the text for the relevant information.
  • In tables and ads, read the column headings carefully.
  • Mark questions you're unsure about and come back to them; never leave a question blank.
03

Spreken · Konuşma

38 practice exams

Soru-cevap ve cümle tamamlama; sesli cevap.

Duration
30 min
Questions
22
Pass mark
Scored by review
Tips for this section
  • Answer in full sentences instead of single words.
  • When asked for a reason, add one to your answer with 'omdat'.
  • If you can't remember a word, don't go silent; use a simple synonym.

Durations, question counts and pass marks are for information only; the official authorities may update these values. Check the current information from the official source before your exam.

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