Einbürgerungstest Dortmund: Booking Your Exam Date
Einbürgerungstest in Dortmund: book a registration appointment online at the VHS (vhs.dortmund.de), then register in person at the customer centre, 25 € by debit/credit card.
In Dortmund, the VHS Dortmund organizes the Einbürgerungstest. The process has two stages: book a registration appointment online, then register in person at the VHS customer centre.
How to register in Dortmund
- Book an appointment online — at www.vhs.dortmund.de (VHS customer centre KDS); monthly registration windows, e.g. August, September, October.
- Show up in person — registration by third parties is not possible.
- ID and fee — valid photo ID (identity card/passport), 25 € exclusively by debit or credit card.
- Have your exam place confirmed — the availability of your desired date is checked on site.
| Rule | Value |
|---|---|
| Registration | book online + in person at the customer centre |
| Fee | 25 € by debit/credit card |
| Registration deadline | ≈ 4 weeks before the test |
| Exam format | 33 questions · 60 minutes · ≥ 17 |
What to expect
- Test location: VHS Kampstraße 47 — up to 30 participants per exam.
- Requirement: people with a foreign passport and a valid residence permit can take part; the documents are presented at the exam date.
- 3 of the 33 questions concern NRW: the 10 catalog questions are in the NRW guide.
Practice until your exam date
- App Store (iOS) — Bundesland NRW in onboarding
- Google Play (Android)
- Or practice in the browser
- Exam date & registration in general
Note
Not affiliated with the BAMF or the VHS Dortmund. Registration windows, deadlines, and payment methods can change — please check with the VHS.
Frequently asked questions
How do I register in Dortmund for the Einbürgerungstest?
Book an appointment for in-person registration via the VHS Dortmund website (vhs.dortmund.de) — monthly registration windows, registration by third parties is not possible.
What do I need for registration in Dortmund?
Personal appearance, a valid photo ID (identity card or passport), and 25 € — payment only by debit or credit card, no cash.
When is the registration deadline in Dortmund?
Generally around 4 weeks before the desired exam date.