Wie viel Prozent der Zweitstimmen müssen Parteien mindestens bekommen, um in den Deutschen Bundestag gewählt zu werden?
What percentage of the second votes must parties receive at least to be elected to the German Bundestag?
Note: The official German citizenship test is conducted in German only. Questions follow the BAMF catalog of 07.05.2025; some answers may change after elections or new legislation. Ankommo is not affiliated with BAMF.
Explanation
To enter the German Bundestag, parties must receive at least 5% of the second votes. This rule is designed to prevent fragmentation of the parliament and to facilitate government formation by ensuring that only parties with a significant voter base are represented. This promotes political stability and makes decision-making in the parliament more efficient.
Practice free with all answers
Create a free account to practise all 460 questions interactively and take mock exams.
Sign up for free