At what age do you legally become an adult in Germany?

Einbürgerungstest, question 246 German original

Ab welchem Alter ist man in Deutschland volljährig?

  1. 16
  2. 18
  3. 19
  4. 21
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Correct answer: 18

Why?

In Germany, everyone becomes an adult in law at 18. From then on, they can sign contracts and marry without their parents' consent. German citizens can also vote in the Bundestag election from the age of 18.

Key term: volljährig = of age

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