The Wet inburgering 2021 in plain language
What changed?
Under the old law (Wi2013), you largely arranged your own integration, with a loan from DUO. Under Wi2021, the municipality guides you from the start: they do the intake, set your learning route, and often organize (or pay for) the course, especially for asylum status holders.
The Plan Inburgering en Participatie (PIP)
The PIP is a personal plan you draw up together with your municipality. It sets out: which learning route you follow (B1-route, education route, or Z-route), what support you get, and by when you should reach your goal.
The municipality's role
Your municipality is responsible for the "brede intake" (broad intake), drawing up the PIP, and guidance throughout your entire integration process. For asylum status holders, the municipality usually also arranges and pays for the course.
Read more about the 3 learning routes
Frequently asked questions
Since when has the Wet inburgering 2021 been in effect?
Since 1 January 2022.
What is the PIP?
The Plan Inburgering en Participatie: a personal plan you make together with your municipality, with your learning route, support, and deadline.
Who pays for my integration course?
For asylum status holders, the municipality usually arranges and pays for this. Other migrants can apply for a loan from DUO.