Access to official documents

How to assess applications: guidelines for the authorities

These guidelines assist the Federal Administration in assessing applications for access.

Access to official documents

Any person – regardless of their nationality, place of residence or age – has the right apply for access to official documents and to obtain information about the content of such documents. The procedure is laid down in the Freedom of Information Act and in the Freedom of Information Ordinance.

Procedure for Access

In an initial step, the authority considers the application for access to the required document or documents and informs the applicant about its position.

Legal Framework Federal Act on Freedom of Information

Legal Framework Federal Act on Freedom of Information

Recommendations according to FoIA

If no agreement can be reached in a conciliation procedure, the FDPIC shall issue a written recommendation.

Services FoIA

Templates in connection with the mediation proceedings and with the application for access.

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Last modification 23.07.2024

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