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Dutch Citizenship Test Practice (KNM Exam) 2026

To become Dutch by naturalisation, you normally need to pass the civic integration exam (inburgeringsexamen) at level A2 or higher. One part of it is Knowledge of Dutch Society (Kennis van de Nederlandse Maatschappij, KNM), a 45-minute computer exam. These original questions in English cover the same ground: the Constitution, government, history, and daily life, plus the main naturalisation rules.

  • 入籍
  • 荷兰
  • 80道题
  • 核对于2026年10月11日

快速解答

时间限制：45分钟。 主办机构：DUO runs the civic integration exams; the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service) decides on naturalisation。 在这里免费练习80道题，每道题都附有答案和解释。 已于2026年10月11日根据官方资料核对。

练习前先阅读先阅读《Dutch Citizenship Test Study Guide (KNM)》：通俗易懂的笔记、图解和需要牢记的数字。

  1. 第1题，共25题

    Which part of the civic integration exam tests what you know about Dutch society?
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    答案: D. Knowledge of Dutch Society (KNM)

    KNM (Kennis van de Nederlandse Maatschappij) tests knowledge of Dutch society, such as work, housing and the system of government.

  2. 第2题，共25题

    How is the KNM exam taken?
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    答案: C. On a computer

    You take the Knowledge of Dutch Society exam on a computer.

  3. 第3题，共25题

    How long does the KNM exam last?
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    答案: B. 45 minutes

    The KNM exam lasts 45 minutes.

  4. 第4题，共25题

    Since 1 July 2025, the KNM exam pays extra attention to which topics?
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    答案: D. Women's self-determination and the Holocaust

    The new exam goals give more attention to women's right to decide about their own lives and to knowledge of the Holocaust.

  5. 第5题，共25题

    Which organisation runs the civic integration exams?
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    答案: D. DUO

    You register for the exams with DUO (Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs). The IND decides on naturalisation.

  6. 第6题，共25题

    What is the minimum language level in the civic integration exam for naturalisation?
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    答案: D. A2

    To naturalise you must pass the civic integration exam at least at level A2, unless you are exempt.

  7. 第7题，共25题

    What is the minimum age to apply for naturalisation on your own?
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    答案: A. 18

    You must be 18 or older to apply for naturalisation yourself.

  8. 第8题，共25题

    Normally, how long must you have lived in the Kingdom of the Netherlands before you can naturalise?
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    答案: B. At least 5 years in a row

    The standard rule is 5 continuous years of lawful residence with a valid permit.

  9. 第9题，共25题

    Which government service decides on naturalisation applications?
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    答案: D. The IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service)

    The IND handles naturalisation. Its decision period is 12 months.

  10. 第10题，共25题

    What must you normally do with your current nationality when you become Dutch by naturalisation?
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    答案: C. Give it up, unless you are exempt

    In general you must renounce your current nationality. There are exemptions.

  11. 第11题，共25题

    What do you declare at the naturalisation ceremony?
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    答案: B. The declaration of solidarity (verklaring van verbondenheid)

    At the ceremony you make the declaration of solidarity. It confirms that Dutch laws also apply to you.

  12. 第12题，共25题

    Within what time after the positive decision must you attend the naturalisation ceremony?
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    答案: A. Within 1 year

    If you do not attend the ceremony within 1 year, you must apply again.

  13. 第13题，共25题

    Which civic integration part is about the Dutch job market under the 2013 Civic Integration Act?
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    答案: A. ONA (Orientation on the Dutch Labour Market)

    ONA is the labour-market part. Under the 2021 Act, the Job Market and Participation Module (MAP) plays this role.

  14. 第14题，共25题

    You lived in the Netherlands for 8 years between the ages of 5 and 16. What does this mean for the integration requirement?
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    答案: D. You are exempt from it

    Living in the Netherlands for at least 8 years between ages 5 and 16 is a full exemption.

  15. 第15题，共25题

    Instead of the civic integration exam, which other Dutch exam can show the language level for naturalisation?
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    答案: A. The NT2 state exam at B1 or B2

    The NT2 state exam (Dutch as a second language) at B1 or B2 is also accepted.

  16. 第16题，共25题

    What does Article 1 of the Dutch Constitution say?
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    答案: A. Everyone in the Netherlands must be treated equally in equal cases

    Article 1 guarantees equal treatment and forbids discrimination.

  17. 第17题，共25题

    What is the Dutch name for the Constitution?
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    答案: D. Grondwet

    The Constitution is the Grondwet. Chapter 1 lists the fundamental rights of everyone in the Netherlands.

  18. 第18题，共25题

    Which right does Article 6 of the Constitution protect?
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    答案: C. Freedom of religion and belief

    Everyone may freely practise their religion or belief, within the law.

  19. 第19题，共25题

    Do you need permission from the government to publish your opinion in the press?
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    答案: D. No, the Constitution forbids prior permission

    Article 7 says no one needs prior permission to publish thoughts or opinions through the press.

  20. 第20题，共25题

    Which right is protected by Article 10 of the Constitution?
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    答案: A. The right to privacy

    Article 10 gives everyone the right to respect for their privacy.

  21. 第21题，共25题

    What does the Constitution say about the death penalty?
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    答案: B. It may not be imposed

    Article 114 says capital punishment may not be imposed.

  22. 第22题，共25题

    May Dutch courts decide that an Act of Parliament is against the Constitution?
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    答案: B. No, they may not review this

    Article 120 says courts do not review whether Acts of Parliament are constitutional.

  23. 第23题，共25题

    What is needed to change the Constitution?
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    答案: D. Two readings, with a two-thirds majority at the second

    The Constitution is changed in two readings. At the second reading, two-thirds of both Houses must agree.

  24. 第24题，共25题

    Which document ranks above the Dutch Constitution?
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    答案: D. The Charter for the Kingdom of the Netherlands (Statuut)

    The Constitution is subordinate to the Charter for the Kingdom.

  25. 第25题，共25题

    Article 23 of the Constitution protects which freedom?
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    答案: A. The freedom to provide education

    Everyone is free to provide education, so there are public schools and schools based on a religion or belief.

考前须知

  • To naturalise you must pass the civic integration exam at least at language level A2, unless you are exempt. Passing gives you a digital civic integration diploma.
  • In the Netherlands the exam covers reading, listening, writing and speaking Dutch, Knowledge of Dutch Society (KNM), a labour market part (ONA, or MAP under the 2021 Act) and the participation statement (PVT).
  • The KNM exam is taken on a computer and lasts 45 minutes.
  • Since 1 July 2025 the KNM exam follows new exam goals, with more attention to women's self-determination and knowledge of the Holocaust, and questions that test knowledge rather than behaviour.
  • Naturalisation also normally needs age 18 or older, 5 years in a row of lawful residence, and giving up your current nationality unless you are exempt.
  • At the naturalisation ceremony you make the declaration of solidarity. You must attend within 1 year of the positive decision, or apply again.
  • Instead of the civic integration exam, the NT2 state exam (Dutch as a second language) at B1 or B2 also meets the language requirement.

常见问题

Is there a citizenship test in the Netherlands?

There is no separate citizenship test. Instead, you normally need the civic integration diploma at level A2 or higher. Knowledge of Dutch Society (KNM) is the part that tests what you know about the country.

How long is the KNM exam and how many questions does it have?

The KNM exam lasts 45 minutes on a computer. DUO's public pages do not state the number of questions or the pass mark, so our mock exam uses 30 questions in 45 minutes. Try DUO's free official practice exams as well.

Did the KNM exam change in 2025?

Yes. Since 1 July 2025 it uses new exam goals. There is more attention to women's self-determination and the Holocaust, and questions focus more on knowledge than on behaviour. Use the new official practice exams if you sit the exam now.

Are these the official exam questions?

No. These are original practice questions on the same kinds of topics. They are in English, and DUO's official practice exams are in Dutch, so also learn the Dutch words for key terms.

Who does not need the civic integration exam for naturalisation?

Some people are exempt, for example if they lived in the Netherlands for at least 8 years between ages 5 and 16, or have certain Dutch diplomas. The IND checks this when you apply.

What else do I need to become Dutch?

Normally you must be 18 or older, have lived in the Kingdom lawfully for 5 years in a row, hold a valid residence status, not be a danger to public order, and give up your current nationality unless an exemption applies.

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