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Sixteen new Germans: Ceremonial naturalization in Diepholz!
On November 10th, 2025, 16 new citizens from different countries were ceremoniously naturalized in the Diepholz district hall.
Sixteen new Germans: Ceremonial naturalization in Diepholz!
A ceremonial naturalization ceremony took place in the Diepholz district hall on November 10, 2025, at which 16 people from different countries received their German citizenship. The new citizens include people from Syria, Turkey, Kosovo, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Nigeria. These naturalizations, some of which are motivated by family reunification, studying or fleeing, show Germany's integrative aspirations and the diversity of the New Germans.
The event was led by Henning Wolter, the security and order department manager. During the ceremony, the new citizens not only received a naturalization certificate, but also a copy of the German Basic Law. Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier sent warm words to the naturalized citizens in a video message and welcomed them into the community.
Rights and obligations of the new citizens
Naturalization comes with both rights and obligations. The rights of the new citizens include the right to vote, freedom of expression and freedom of the press as well as consular protection. On the other hand, they also have to adhere to obligations such as tax obligations and the obligation to educate and train their children. An important part of the naturalization process was a declaration of loyalty to the constitution, which had to be made before the documents were handed over.
A special moment was the speech by Alyas Kalash, a 47-year-old nautical officer from Syria, who looks forward to the new phase of his life in Germany with pride and confidence. “I want to build a stable future for my family here in Germany,” he emphasized, striking a chord with many of those present who pursue similar goals.
Naturalization numbers and events
Around 650 naturalizations have already been granted in the Diepholz district this year. The naturalization events, which take place regularly every two to three weeks, strengthened the feeling of belonging and integration among the New Germans. Such celebrations are not only important for those who have become naturalized, but also for society as a whole, as they promote diversity and coexistence.
The naturalization of people who come to us from a wide variety of backgrounds is an important step towards an inclusive future. Such ceremonial occasions celebrate not only legal affiliation with Germany, but also the rich potential that each new person brings to society.