How can I register for the NT2 test?

What is the NT2 test?

The standardised NT2 test is an official exam by the Flemish government.

The NT2 test measures how well you can read and write Dutch after completing the 1.2 course.

NT2 means Nederlands tweede taal, or Dutch as Second Language.

You get a Richtgraad 1 (A2) certificate if you pass:

• your 1.2 course AND
• the NT2 test

Do you want to do a 2.1 course?

• you must pass the 1.2 course
• you can follow a 2.1 course without having taken the NT2 test
• you can take the NT2 test later

Who is the NT2 test for?

The NT2 test is for students following NT2 courses in a CVO (centrum voor volwassenenonderwijs). The CLT (Centrum voor Levende Talen) is a CVO.

The NT2 test is important for:

• your integration track (you must take the NT2 test!)
• your request for Belgian nationality
• a job in Flanders

You can only take the NT2 test at the CLT if you have followed a 1.1 and/or 1.2 course at the CLT.

You take the NT2 test after passing the 1.2 course.

How does the test work?

Where do you take the test?

• you take the test in the CLT
• the test is on a CLT computer or on your own laptop
• you get an explanation before the test starts

The test has:

1. a writing test (1 hour)
2. a short break
3. a reading test (1 hour 15 minutes)

Want to practice? Take the practice tests on the Flemish government's website.

How much does the NT2 test cost?

First test:

• free
• cannot be there? Registering again is free

You don't pass the test? Second test:

• free if you get a discount for Dutch courses
• do you not get a discount?
  • €22,50 for the reading test
  • €22,50 for the writing test
  • €45,00 if you need to do the two tests again

Not sure about the price? Send an email to nt2test@clt.kuleuven.be.

When do I take the NT2 test?

You take the NT2 test after you have passed the 1.2 course.

Are you following a 1.2 course right now?

• ask your teacher on what date you will get your results
• register for a test date after the 1.2 result date

Example:

“I get my 1.2 results on 19 January. Now I register for the NT2 test on 24 January. The NT2 test is after I get my results.”

Did you not pass your 1.2 course?

• don't come to the NT2 test
• you can register again for free later

The next NT2 tests are in:

• January: registration deadline Wednesday 7 January at 12:00 o'clock (midday).
  • Tuesday 20 January 2026 from 19:00 to 21:35 o'clock
  • Thursday 22 January 2026 from 19:00 to 21:35 o'clock
  • Friday 23 January 2026 from 9:30 to 12:05 o'clock
  • Friday 23 January 2026 from 13:30 to 16:05 o'clock
  • Saturday 24 January 2026 from 9:30 tot 12:05 o'clock
• February: registration deadline Wednesday 11 February at 12:00 o'clock (midday)
  • Saturday 28 February 2026 from 9:30 to 12:05 o'clock

What happens after the NT2 test?

The NT2 teachers correct the tests.

After max. 6 weeks, you get:

• your results and scores
• informatie over het feedbackmoment

Did you pass the NT2 test?

You get your Richtgraad 1 (A2) certificate.

You did not pass the NT2 test?

before taking the test again, you must:

• follow a short remedial course OR
• follow a 1.2 course again

You register for a new NT2 test that takes place after the end of your new course.

How do I register for the NT2 test?

1. fill in the registration form and choose your test date
2. you get a confirmation email
3. the secretary's office checks if you can do the NT2 test
4. you get more information (the classroom number) a few days before the test

Questions?

Send an email to nt2test@clt.kuleuven.be.