Schandaal bij Zwitserse "IND" (Migrationsamt)
SWITZERLAND | Delays Likely in Zürich Zürich's cantonal immigration authorities (Migrationsamt) made the headlines this week after a story regarding indiscretions and unprofessional behavior by senior staff within the authority was leaked to the press. The matter is being investigated and, since the accusations have been made not only against the head of the authority but also his ten most senior staff, it is likely that we will see some significant delays in processing time in Zürich. This will affect all applications for first time permits, renewals of permits, and multiple entry visas (or re-entry permits). What's Going On? Staff members at the immigration authority have engaged a lawyer to bring proceedings against the head of the office, Adrian Baumann, and other senior staff. Accusations include the sending of pornographic pictures via email to staff members, slow and dismissive handling of applications from asylum seekers, and senior staff taking unnecessarily lo...