"The Federal Statistical Office of Germany reported that 21.8 million people, or 26.3% of the population, either immigrated themselves or are children of immigrants. This includes 16.4 million first-generation immigrants and 5.4 million second-generation individuals, reflecting a significant demographic shift in the country."
"Since 2005, the number of people with a migration background has risen from 13 million to 21.8 million in 2025, marking an increase of 8.8 million, or 67%. The growth rate for first-generation immigrants slowed to just 1.7% in 2025, indicating a change in immigration patterns."
"The largest origin groups among those with an immigration history include approximately 1.5 million from Poland, 1.5 million from Turkey, 1.3 million from Ukraine, 1 million from Russia, and 1 million from Syria. These statistics highlight the diverse backgrounds of immigrants in Germany."
"Among young immigrants aged 25 to 34, 33% hold a university degree, which is comparable to the overall population. However, 36% lack formal qualifications, which is more than double the national average, indicating educational disparities within this demographic."
According to the Federal Statistical Office of Germany, 21.8 million people, or 26.3% of the population, have an immigration history. This includes 16.4 million first-generation immigrants and 5.4 million second-generation individuals. The growth rate for first-generation immigrants slowed to 1.7% in 2025. Since 2005, the number of people with a migration background has increased by 67%. The largest origin groups are from Poland, Turkey, Ukraine, Russia, and Syria. Young immigrants aged 25 to 34 have a similar university degree rate to the overall population but a higher percentage without formal qualifications.
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