- Petition Submitted by Aktion Vierviertel
A Swiss civil society group, Aktion Vierviertel, has submitted a petition calling for a reduction in the naturalisation residency requirement. - Objective of the Petition
The group advocates for lowering the residency period from 12 years to 5 years for foreigners seeking Swiss citizenship. - Support for the Initiative
Over 135,000 signatures back the petition, showing widespread support for the change. - Eligibility Criteria
Applicants would still need to meet key criteria, including no criminal record and basic language proficiency in a national Swiss language. - Political Party Endorsement
The proposal has gained the support of various Swiss political parties, reflecting a broad interest in revising the naturalisation process. - Focus on Integration
Aktion Vierviertel emphasizes the importance of integration and contribution to Swiss society, not just length of residency. - Opposition from Critics
Some critics argue that reducing the residency period could lead to hasty naturalisation, possibly diluting Swiss identity. - Rationale Behind the Petition
The group believes that five years is a reasonable period to ensure immigrants have sufficiently integrated into Swiss culture and economy. - Impact on Immigrants
If accepted, the new rule would make it easier for skilled workers and other immigrants to gain citizenship more quickly. - Next Steps
The petition will be reviewed by the Swiss government, with the potential for a national referendum if the proposal gains enough political backing.
This petition seeks to create a more inclusive and accessible path to Swiss citizenship, aiming to shorten the time immigrants need to demonstrate their commitment to the country.
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