Swiss Abroad Act (SAA)
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Art. 58 Funding
The Federal Assembly approves the payment framework for a multi-year contribution period with a single federal decree in accordance with: a. Article 21 (Support measures); b. Article 37 paragraph 1 (Social assistance); c. Article 38 (Support of Swiss abroad institutions); d. Article 47 (Emergency loans).
Art. 59 Fees
The Federal Council shall issue provisions in terms of Article 46a paragraphs 2–4 of the Government and Administration Organisation Act of 21 March 1997 regarding the charging of appropriate fees for decisions, services and other official activities under this Act.
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Art. 60 Reimbursement of costs
1 The persons who have caused consular services to be carried out shall reimburse the costs to the Confederation. 2 Persons are also liable for cost reimbursement if the federal government performs a service without being requested to do so by the persons concerned, but in accordance with their presumed wishes and interests. 3 The Federal Council shall regulate the details and exceptions.
Art. 61 Waiving of fees or cost reimbursement
Fees or cost reimbursement may be deferred or waived in part or in full in case of need or for other good cause. If fees or cost reimbursement are waived in part or in full, account must be taken of whether the persons concerned have acted negligently.