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Residents of Oberhausen, Germany, can participate in the upcoming municipal election on September 14, 2025, through mail-in voting (Briefwahl) and early voting (sofortige Wahl) options. Here's a breakdown of the available choices and important details.
Mail-in Voting in Oberhausen
To request mail-in voting materials, voters can use the application printed on the back of the voting notification or the provided QR code. Applications can also be sent by mail, drop-box, fax, or email to the Elections Office at Schwartzstr. 73 (former Zinkweiß Building), 46045 Oberhausen, or [email protected]. The drop-box is located at the same address.
The completed and personally signed application for mail-in voting should be returned to the Elections Office in a timely manner. The specific deadline for mail-in voting applications varies by municipality, but it's typically several days to about one week before the election day.
On election day, the voting envelope for mail-in voting should be sent in time to arrive at the Elections Office no later than 16.00 hrs.
Early Voting Locations in Oberhausen
Early voting locations, or sofortige Wahl, are available in Oberhausen at the following spots:
- Technical Town Hall Building C, Entrance Foyer, Bahnhofstraße 6646145 Oberhausen (Immediate choice locations in Sterkrade)
- Town Hall Oberhausen Entrance Arcade, Schwartzstraße 7246045 Oberhausen (Immediate choice locations in Alt-Oberhausen)
- Osterfeld Town Hall Room 18, Bottroper Straße 1846117 Oberhausen (Immediate choice locations in Osterfeld)
The early voting locations in Sterkrade, Alt-Oberhausen, and Osterfeld are open from Saturday, February 8th, 2025. The specific hours of operation vary by location but generally include weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Fridays until 3:00 PM on August 12th, 2025. Some locations also offer extended hours on Saturdays.
For the precise mail-in voting deadlines and official early voting locations for the September 14, 2025 municipal election in Oberhausen, it's recommended to consult the official Oberhausen city website or election office, official election notices published by the city administration, or contact Oberhausen's local election authority directly.
Since these details are subject to local regulations and can vary year by year, the official municipality source will have the most accurate and up-to-date information closer to the election date.
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