Warning

Fradulent FSIO email in circulation

Updated on 16 Jan 2026

An email is currently circulating which purports to be from FSIO Director Doris Bianchi demanding benefit repayment. This is a phishing (CEO fraud) attempt. The Federal Social Insurance Office NEVER sends this type of email, either to individuals or to institutions. If you receive a phishing email, do not reply and do NOT click on any links it may contain. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has been notified of the scam FSIO email.

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Invalidity Insurance - Overview

Invalidity insurance (AI) encourages the professional and social integration of insured persons and guarantees their basic material needs. It is obligatory and covers both the working and non-working population. Find out how AI is financed and organised, and get information on current issues.

IV/AI benefits in detail

The purpose of the Invalidity Insurance scheme (IV/AI) is to cover the basic needs of individuals with a protracted health impairment and support their social reintegration. The health-impaired person should, wherever possible, be able to remain in work or successfully (re-)join the workforce.

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