One can pursue legal remedies or recourse before the authorities in order to file a complaint and have administrative acts reviewed. The authorities in question are often the judicial authorities (courts). The courses of legal action available vary according to the...
The most important moment, when one is dealing with the authorities, is when they make a decision. (For a legal definition of administrative decisions in Geneva law: see Art. 4 LPA). For example, the granting, withdrawal or renewal of a residence permit are all...
When in contact with the cantonal migration authority (in Geneva, the OCPM), whether by telephone, e-mail, letter or interview, you should keep the following in mind: Think carefully before giving information that could be used against you. Systematically stress that...
Contact with the authorities and options for legal redress