Published 11 April 2025

Kris explains! Dutch integration and language requirements differences.

  • A1 for an entry visa for residency (mvv) for those who require a visa to enter the country.
  • B1 for residency, to be passed within 3 years of residency.
  • A2 for residency, if you arrived before 2022.
  • A2 for Naturalisation, this is advised to change in 2025/2026 to B1.
  • There are a number of exceptions for integration and language requirements.

… for expats, by expats …

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This post reflects the position on 11 April 2025. The law and the practice may have moved on since.