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Aachen to Hold Integrationsrat and Municipal Council Elections on September 14, 2025
Residents of Aachen with an international background are encouraged to participate in the upcoming elections for the Integrationsrat and the municipal council. The Integrationsrat, a consultative body that represents migrants in Aachen, will hold its election on September 14, 2025, coinciding with the municipal council election.
Eligibility for the Integrationsrat Election
To be eligible to vote in the Integrationsrat election, individuals must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 16 years old.
- Have resided in Aachen for at least the past 16 days (approximately August 29, 2025, onwards).
- Be either foreign nationals or have German citizenship acquired through naturalization or under § 4 Abs. 3 of the Nationality Act.
Approximately 65,000 eligible voters are expected to participate in the Integrationsrat election.
Voting Details
On election day, September 14, 2025, 162 polling stations will be open across Aachen from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Voters must go to the polling station in the district where they reside. Accessible polling stations will also be available for those with disabilities.
Role and Powers of the Integrationsrat
The Integrationsrat plays a significant role in Aachen's local governance, representing migrant communities and engaging with municipal affairs that concern them. It has the right to make suggestions or statements to the city council, district councils, or committees. The Integrationsrat acts as an advisory body to the city council and its committees and participates in political decisions affecting integration, education, participation, language, and community living.
Municipal Council Election
While the search results mainly covered the Integrationsrat election, it is typical for municipal council elections in Aachen to occur concurrently and include similar voting arrangements. Eligible voters for the municipal council election generally need to be residents of Aachen and registered to vote. However, precise details on the municipal council voter eligibility and procedures for the September 14, 2025 election were not detailed in the search results provided.
Registering to Vote
Eligible voters who do not receive a notice can register in the voter registry by September 2, 2025.
The Integrationsrat advocates for individuals with an international family history and promotes tolerance and respect in various aspects of life, such as work, education, social, and cultural participation.
The Integrationsrat is composed of 21 members, including 14 elected representatives and seven council members. Eligible voters must have had a legal residence in Germany for at least one year. The municipal election in Aachen will be held on September 14, 2025.
To register or for more information, contact the election office at 0241 432-1600 or [email protected].
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