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Starting January: Switzerland's anti-Burqa law will take effect

After many delays, the Swiss government announced that the "Anti-Burqa" law - which prohibits Muslim women from wearing face-covering head coverings - will take effect on January 1.

Illustrative: Muslim women (Photo: Shutterstock )

The Swiss government announced that the "Anti-Burqa" law, which will prohibit Muslim women from wearing head coverings which cover their faces, will take effect starting January 1, 2025.

The law was approved following a referendum held in 2021, but its implementation was delayed multiple times due to opposition and protests from the Muslim community in the country.

According to the law, Muslim women will not be allowed to wear head coverings that fully conceal their faces, such as burqa or niqab, in public spaces and places - except in places of worship and airports. Anyone who still wears such head covering in public will be fined 1,000 Swiss francs (approximately 4,250 shekels).

The Muslim community in the country opposed the law, claiming it violates Muslim women's rights and constitutes religious discrimination.

Nevertheless, the Swiss government's announcement stated that the law "aligns with Switzerland's values of neutrality, security, and public order."

Reuters has reported that there will be some exceptions to the law:

The ban does not apply to planes, diplomatic and consular premises, places of worship and other sacred sites.

Facial coverings will remain permitted for anything relating to health and safety, for native customs, or due to weather conditions. They would also be allowed on artistic and entertainment grounds and for advertising.

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