Swiss 'burqa ban' to take effect from 2025

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The ban on covering one's face in publicly accessible places comes into force at the beginning of the year. It provides for many exceptions.

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Anyone who violates the ban against the law faces a fine of up to 1,000 Swiss francs ($1,144).

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The burqa plan narrowly passed in a referendum held by neutral Switzerland - Anyone who violates the measure will face a fine of around €1,000

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The Swiss voted for the so-called "Burka Initiative" back in 2021. Now the government has announced the date on which a nationwide ban on veiling will come into effect. This also includes other groups.