B1 route

What is the B1 route for integration?

A simple explanation of the B1 route, who it is usually intended for and what this route means for language, participation and exams.

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What is the B1 route for integration?

The B1 route is for many people the best-known route within the current system. The goal is usually to get as far as possible in language, participation and independence, with B1 as the target level.

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What the B1 route is and isn't

Well intended

A route that places language development and participation firmly at the center.

Not

No route that automatically has the same pace, the same explanation or exactly the same partial steps for everyone.

Important insight

B1 is a target point within the route, but your file and agreements determine how this works in practice.

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How to know if this route really works for you

1. Don't just read your route via general websites

General explanations help, but your municipality, broad intake and PIP only provide the version that applies to you.

2. See which skills and components are open

The B1 route feels less abstract once you view language skills, KNM and other obligations as separate components.

3. Don't compare yourself with other B1 students

Timeline, guidance and personal background make a big difference, even within the same route.

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Why this route seems so dominant

Because many explanations use the B1 route as a standard example, people sometimes think that every route works this way. Use this guide to dispel that misunderstanding.

Sources and references

Sources and references

A simple explanation of the B1 route, who it is usually intended for and what this route means for language, participation and exams.

Inburgeren.nl

Provides the formal basic explanation of routes and obligations.

www.inburgeren.nl/

Municipality

Important for a broad intake, PIP and practical implementation of your program.

www.inburgeren.nl/inburgeren-bij-de-gemeente/

DUO

Relevant as soon as exams, planning and personal progress play a role.

www.duo.nl/particulier/inburgeren/

Frequently asked questions

Important questions that come up often

Use these short answers as your first orientation, then open the matching guide for more detail.

Is B1 always mandatory if you have this route?

B1 is the target level of the route, but what that means in your personal situation depends on the agreements and formal rules in your file.

Is KNM also part of the B1 route?

This is often relevant within the broader integration obligations, but always check your personal overview for the exact components.

Where can you tell if you are really on this route?

Usually via the municipality, your PIP and personal information in My Integration or letters you receive.

KNM is our active practice offer today, while the information pages already cover the wider integration landscape.

Our current offer

Practice with our KNM questions now and use this information hub for the rest of your path

Right now we mainly offer KNM practice. The information hub still helps with routes, official information, and broader integration questions.

Related pages

Related guides and next steps

These links move you to the next logical question in your integration journey.

Which language exams are part of the B1 route?

Continue to the exam page for this route.

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What is the education route?

Compare the B1 route with the route that is specifically aimed at continuing your studies.

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What is the broad intake for integration?

An extensive explanation of the broad intake, which topics are discussed there and how this intake influences the route, guidance and next steps.

Read guide