Other reason

You have 3 years to integrate. Can’t you make it in time? First read Overview to check if you can ask for extra time.

Do none of the situations apply to you? Or don’t you meet the conditions? Sometimes you can still get extra time to integrate.

Exceptional individual circumstances (BIO)

Are you unable to integrate in time because of an exceptional personal situation? If so, you may be able to get extra time: the prolongation due to exceptional individual circumstances (BIO).

Conditions

• You are not eligible for any other scheme that will provide you with extra time.
• You were unable to integrate for at least 3 consecutive months due to an exceptional situation.
• This situation concerns yourself.
• It is not due to an illness.
• You can explain why you need extra time.
• You have supporting documents that show why you need extra time.
• Your integration period started at least 2.5 years ago.

Apply

1. Write a letter to DUO. Include in the letter:
   • your citizen service number (BSN)
   • your name
   • your address
   • your date of birth
   • your signature
   • the reason you need extra time.
2. Include the supporting documents.
3. Send the letter and the supporting documents to DUO by post:
   DUO Servicecentrum inburgering
   Postbus 764
   9700 AT Groningen
4. DUO decides if you get extra time. You will receive a notice within 8 weeks.