Berlin Faces Challenges with Shortened Mail-In Voting Period for February Bundestag Election

Election officials warn of logistical hurdles as mail-in voting time is reduced from six weeks to two or three weeks for the upcoming federal election.

• The February 23, 2025, Bundestag election will feature a significantly shortened mail-in voting period due to the accelerated timeline of the snap election.
• Mail-in voting materials are expected to be distributed starting in early February, leaving only two to three weeks for voters to cast their ballots by mail.
• Berlin's election officials recommend voters consider in-person mail-in voting at district offices to ensure their ballots are submitted on time.
• The shortened timeframe results from the late finalization of candidate lists, expected by January 30, which delays ballot printing and distribution.
• Officials are exploring measures such as extended hours and additional locations for in-person mail-in voting to accommodate increased demand.

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