Preparing for the KNM Exam in the Netherlands?
Practice with 450+ validated KNM questions and 10 full mock exams — written and verified by a certified NT2 teacher. Free to start. No account needed.
What is the KNM exam?
The KNM exam (Kennis van de Nederlandse Maatschappij — Knowledge of Dutch Society) is a mandatory part of the inburgering (integration) exam in the Netherlands. It is required for most people who immigrate to the Netherlands.
45
multiple-choice questions
40
minutes to complete
60%
passing score (27/45)
7
topics covered
The 7 KNM exam topics
Every KNM exam question falls into one of these seven categories.
Work & Income
Employment contracts, minimum wage, UWV, sick leave, unions, and starting a business.
Housing
Renting, buying, housing associations (woningcorporaties), municipality, tenants' rights.
Health & Care
GP (huisarts), health insurance (zorgverzekering), pharmacy, emergency services.
Education & Children
Dutch school types, childcare, compulsory education, libraries.
Politics & Government
Parliament, elections, voting rights, rule of law, separation of powers.
History & Commemoration
WWII, the Dutch Golden Age, national holidays, and key events in Dutch history.
Norms & Values
Freedom of expression, anti-discrimination, gender equality, social norms.
How to prepare for the KNM exam
Practice every day
20–30 minutes of daily practice is more effective than cramming. Use the topic-specific question sets to focus on your weakest areas.
Review your mistakes
After each question, read the explanation — even if you answered correctly. Understanding why an answer is right matters more than memorising it.
Take a full mock exam
Do at least one full 45-question, 40-minute timed mock exam before your real exam. Time pressure is a skill — practice it.
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Every question has been written and validated by Marieke Schipper, a certified NT2 teacher with 10+ years of experience in inburgering and Dutch language education.
- ✓450+ validated questions across all 7 exam topics
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Frequently asked questions
What is the KNM exam and who needs to take it?+
The KNM exam is part of the inburgering (integration) exam required for most immigrants in the Netherlands. If you are required to inburgeren under the Wet inburgering 2021, you will need to pass the KNM exam. Check with DUO or your municipality if you are unsure.
How many questions does the KNM exam have?+
The official KNM exam has 45 multiple-choice questions. Each question has three answer options: A, B, or C. You have 40 minutes to complete it.
What score do I need to pass?+
You need to answer at least 27 out of 45 questions correctly — that is 60%. We recommend aiming for 70–75% in practice, so you have a comfortable margin.
Can I practice for free? Do I need to create an account?+
Yes, completely free. You can start practicing immediately — no account, no email address required. The free mock exam (45 questions, 40-minute timer) is also available without registering.
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