Art. 15 Act on Valais Citizenship - Determination of Swiss and Cantonal Citizenship

1. If it is questionable whether a person possesses Swiss nationality and cantonal citizenship, the competent authority investigates the matter and consults the relevant municipality or municipalities. The decision-making power lies with the Department.

2. If a person claims to possess the municipal citizenship of several Valais municipalities and if the possession of any of these municipal citizenships is questionable, the relevant municipality decides ex officio or upon request of the concerned person or the Department.