Nine months was the maximum stay allowed for immigrant workers in Switzerland under seasonal residence permits from 1931 to 2002.
Synopsis
Nine months was the maximum stay allowed for immigrant workers in Switzerland under seasonal residence permits from 1931 to 2002.
Synopsis
Antoine Jaccoud reads open letters from former seasonal workers in Switzerland. These letters recount experiences from 1931 to 2002, detailing life under the restrictive 'A' permit system. Workers could stay for only nine months each year and faced strict rules, including a ban on family reunification. The documentary features personal stories from these workers and their children, revealing the emotional toll and social challenges they faced while living in Switzerland.
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Why Watch
- Meet former seasonal workers sharing their stories.
- Find out about the impact of 'A' permits on families.
- See the emotional effects of migration policies in Switzerland.
Did You Know
- Seasonal residence permits in Switzerland were known as 'A' permits.
- The documentary covers a time span from 1931 to 2002.
- Workers with 'A' permits could only stay in Switzerland for nine months each year.
- Family reunification was banned for holders of 'A' permits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are 'A' permits in Switzerland?
'A' permits are seasonal residence permits that allowed immigrant workers to stay in Switzerland for only nine months a year.
What restrictions were placed on seasonal workers in Switzerland?
Seasonal workers were subject to strict regulations, including a ban on family reunification.
Who directed the documentary Open Letters?
Open Letters was directed by Katharine Dominicé.
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